Letter to Dr. Kaminetsky about Poem by Jewish Girl from Poona, India (1961)

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Letter to "World Over" Editor on Publishing Photos from India and a Poem from a Girl in Poona (1961)

Dear Morris: I have just returned from India as you know and as requested, I kept my open for items that you may be able to use. The object of my visit, as I am sure you understand, was "business" and not pleasure, and my time was, therefore, very much restricted. However, I do expect to have some pictures, taken by myself and some taken by professional photographers, and as soon as these are received I shall let you have those that I think you would find of interest for your publication.Meanwhile, the enclosed poem was written by a young lady, Bebe Daniel from Poona – as exotic a place as you could want. She is very interested in having it published in the United States. Do you think you can use it? Whether you do or not, please let me know, and please return the copy of the poem to me. The young lady's name and address appear on the back of the manuscript.All good wishes.Sincerely yours,Rabbi Norman Lamm

India

Letter to Dr. Rosengarten about Poetry from Young Indian Girl (1961)

Dear Dr. Rosengarten: During my recent trip to India I visited the fabled city of Poona, and there a young girl showed me the enclosed poem, which expresses her Jewish feelings. I think your readers might be interested in this short poem from a Jewess in the Far East. I know the young lady will feel most proud to have her poem published in the "Jewish Forum." Her name and address appear on the back of the page.May I ask you to inform me as to whether or not you intend to publish it, and in any case to return the original manuscript to me.With many thanks, and best regards,Sincerely,Rabbi Norman Lamm

India

Letter to Moses Feuerstein about Critical Situation of Indian Jewry (1964)

Dear Moe: The Indian situation is much too extensive to be discussed over long distance telephone. We are now heading to a point where, I fear, we shall have to "fish or cut bait." I would suggest that when you see Dr. Weiss next you receive from him an intensive report, and after that we may have to meet with the Overseas Comission for final decision. Sincerely, Rabbi Norman Lamm.

India