[T1S1] Father's emigration and hometown's livelihood are discussed. Respondent notes grandfather's role in synagogue. The social class that received advanced education is indicated. Relatives' immigration to U.S. is noted. Respondent's route to U.S. is indicated; Respondent discusses the lodgings supplied by shipping company in England. Respondent's arrival in U.S. and Pittsburgh are outlined. Respondent's residences in Pittsburgh and relatives' work in Oakland are noted. Family's accommodations and Respondent's work in butcher shop are mentioned. Respondent's hours and wages in paint and wallpaper stores are detailed. Respondent mentions buying grocery stores. Siblings' and own educations are indicated. Cultural activities are enumerated; activities of Washington Park Club are noted.
Contributor
University of Pittsburgh (depositor)
Identifier
pitt:ais196440.487_t1s1
Relation
ais196440.487
"Weiner, William - February 11, 1969" Metadata
Metadata Details
Title
Weiner, William - February 11, 1969
Creator
National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Pittsburgh Section
Description
Provides biographical details.
Contributor
Weiner, William (interviewee), Soloff, Hope (interviewer), University of Pittsburgh (depositor)
Date
1969-02-11
Type
oral histories (literary genre), Sound
Identifier
pitt:ais196440.487
Rights
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