Letter from R. Borowitz to Lily Edelman about Suggestions for "Man in Society" (1970)

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Exchange with R. Borowitz about Article Submission for Sh'ma (1971)

Dear Gene: Enclosed is the article I talked to you about last week. I would very much like it go go as is, if space permits. Do call me if there are any problems about it. All my best wishes for a gemar tov. Cordially yours, Rabbi Norman Lamm

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Letter to R. Borowitz about Reworking "Man and Society" (1970)

Lily Edelman spoke to you today. They want to scrap the whole book, which satisfies you because it was too watery. She will send you a new contract, considering all previous partial payments as null and void. What she wants is a book on the compassionate society, to include what you think appropriate, from any author, no matter how many times, and from any source. Borowitz will have nothing to do with it, and you need not fear that his restrictions are any longer operative. She will let you know more details in a letter that she will be sending you.You need approximately another 150 pages of manuscript. Think of adding:

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Letter to Dr. Liebman about Scheduling a Lecture for Him (1972)

Dear Charles: I have searched about, here and there, and as of now cannot find a lecture for you during the approximate period of May 23-June 5. However, I certainly will keep it in mind if anything comes up. My own congregation cannot schedule anything during this period for a variety of reasons. I am surprised you think you need a new suit. With a halo about your sacred head, and all the horns of profound knowledge emanating from your Michaelangelo-like, who is going to notice a mere suit? See you when you get here. Cordially, Rabbi Norman Lamm

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