Exchange with Leo Gartenberg about Forged Letters Written in R. Lamm's Name (1967)

1. Leo Gartenberg to R. Lamm (Jan. 15, 1967)

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Exchange with Dr. Heller about R. Lamm's Lecture on R. Kook (1963)

Dear Rabbi Lamm, A friend of mine who attended your lecture to Rabbi Koss’ group spoke glowingly about it. I was also shown the two or four–page leaflet containing some extracts from the writings of the “unsaintly sage” – where allegedly the views expressed by Maimonides matched those of any individual in U.S. so–called “progressive” exponents of Judaism. I should love to send your numerous brochures to about six individuals (laymen) who have been led to believe that all lofty and keen conceptions of God and the good life of the last century have come from Isaac M. Wise and his successors. With esteem and sincere feelings of friendship, I am Bernard Heller

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Exchange with R. Adams about Forged Letters Written in Their Names (1966)

I received the enclosed, which would imply that it comes from you. I am sure that you have no knowledge of it. I am sending it to you, nonetheless, for your perusal. Regards, Ted

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Exchange with R. Elkanah Schwartz about Reconvening "Chavrusa" (1967)

Dear Rav Lamm: I hope this note finds you and yours in the best of health. You might recall the wonderful moments of “Chavrusas” of a few years ago. One of the moving spirits was Rabbi Jacobovits. I wish to recommend a reconvening of the group, but not for just another Tzaychem L’Shalom. During his tenure on these shores, Rabbi Jacobovits undoubtedly drew some impressions which he would be interested in sharing with a few yichedey segulah, outside the rigidity of the established organizations. (I base this remark not on knowledge but on assumption.) Should you and he be interested, I would be happy to forward the “Chavrusas” list. I leave this matter to your respected judgement. Looking forward to good news on all fronts, I remain Sincerely yours, Elkanah Schwartz

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