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May 1961

Exchange with J.S. Ezra about Leadership in the Sassoon Schools and the Bene Israel Intermarriage Controversy (1961)

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1. J.S. Ezra to R. Lamm

1. J.S. Ezra to R. Lamm (May 14, 1961)

1. J.S. Ezra to R. Lamm (May 14, 1961)

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Dear Mr. Manasseh: A puzzling misunderstanding seems to have developed here in New York concerning the confidential information I gave you about the Joint Distribution Committee's $2500 grant to the Sassoon School. I was under the impression that [redacted] gave ne this information, and [redacted] in turn does not recall where he got it from and believes that his was [redacted]. [redacted] in turn, remembers only that I told him about it.Whatever the case may be it is by now irrelevant. [redacted] has just informed me that the Joint has decided to give much more than $2500 to the school. They are to receive, at least for this year, $500 per month. An equal amount is to be given to the Kadoorie School, and another sum is to be allocated for the orphan asylum, etc. The total of $6000 per year should give considerable impetus to the school.Meanwhile I have been in contact with [redacted] and the impression I get is that he would like as much as possible not to be involved in the local controversies. He also said it is not up to him to choose the members of the committee, but that he would see what he could do about recommending the names I submitted to him and which I received from you.I do hope things will work out and that you will be able to rally community support to the cause which unites us and for the organizations in Bombay which are working towards the achievement of our ideals.Sincerely,Rabbi Norman Lamm
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Letter from Moses Feuerstein about Ban on Marriage with Bene Israel (1961)

Dear Norman, I read with great interest your letter of May 25th which covers the situation that is so sensitive. The remaining correspondence, which has been forwarded to me, indicates a situation that will require continuing attention and I am most appreciative, personally as well as on behalf of the officers and directors of the Union, for the time and effort which you are able to give to this very important area.There was a reference to cemeteries which I did not understand because part of a letter was deleted. If this is of any importance, I shall appreciate some information from you in this regard.The importance of getting a part-time man for this work is greater than ever. I am sure you are giving this careful consideration.With kindest personal regards, I remainSincerely yours,Moses I. FeuersteinMIF / eocRabbi Norman LammThe Jewish Center 131 West 86th Street New York, New York
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Letter to Haham Gaon about the Status of the Bene Israel and Divorce (1961)

Dear Haham Gaon: Although I have not yet received any response to my previous confidential note, I do want to communicate with you now concerning the Indian problem. When I returned from India in February, I sent you a copy of the Gittin currently in use by the Bene Israel. It would be most beneficial to the Jewish community in India to receive from you or your office advice concerning the proper procedure to be followed, and most especially correct copies of Gittin. Mr. Abraham Jhirad of the UOJCI has informed me that several requests for this information have not yet received any response. Would you be kind enough, Dr. Gaon, to respond to them and satisfy their legitimate requests. With all best wishes, Sincerely yours, Rabbi Norman Lamm. NL:ff. cc: Dr. Weiss.
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