[T1S1] Respondent notes father's occupation and discusses the languages spoken in Respondent's area of Europe. Education available in town reported; state school's compulsory religion classes are related. Respondent mentions prevalence of synagogues in Austria-Hungary. Respondent characterizes relations with non-Jews in, and government of, Austria-Hungary. Respondent's degree from University of Budapest is mentioned and lack of work in Hungary is explained. Respondent relates obtaining first job in U.S. and reports first wages. Respondent relates passage to U.S. and lack of passport. Respondent mentions street activity witnessed in New York City. Respondent explains return to, and indicates work and military service in, Austria-Hungary. Respondent's motivation for second immigration is indicated. Respondent notes obtaining second job with Westinghouse in Pittsburgh. Respondent's Pittsburgh residence is noted. Respondent's wages and hours are detailed, as is Respondent's acquisition of English. Respondent discusses relations with co-workers. Cultural pursuits are enumerated; Respondent's lack of religiosity is indicated. Respondent's recreational activities are noted. Citizenship and marriage information is provided.
Contributor
University of Pittsburgh (depositor)
Identifier
pitt:ais196440.316_t1s1
Relation
ais196440.316
"Minori, Emil - 1969" Metadata
Metadata Details
Title
Minori, Emil - 1969
Creator
National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Pittsburgh Section
Description
Provides biographical details.
Contributor
Minori, Emil (interviewee), University of Pittsburgh (depositor)
Date
1969
Type
oral histories (literary genre), Sound
Identifier
pitt:ais196440.316
Rights
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