Letter to R. Silverstein Declining Invitation to YU Hanukkah Dinner in His Honor (1972)

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Letter to R. Wein about Rejection of Transfer Student for 12th Grade (1966)

Dear Rabbi Wein: I spoke to Rabbi Weinbach of Yeshiva University who explained to me why it is not possible to accept [redacted] in the twelfth grade. It is almost inevitable the New York State requirements differ from these in Florida and [redacted] would probably have to make up several courses. In addition, he would have to take the full four year complement of regents examinations in all fields. Obviously, it would be impossible for him to graduate in one year, and it would be unfair to the boy to expose him to this kind of schedule.I sincerely hope that you will be successful in prevailing upon him to come to Yeshiva College the year following.Warmest personal regards,,Cordially yours,Rabbi Norman LammNL/le

Yeshiva University

Response to Invitation to YU Women's Organization Theater Party (1968)

Dear Friends: I am sorry to have to return your tickets enclosed. While I obviously completely identify with the "cause," I already belong to the Junior League of Y. U., Manhattan Chapter, and I have purchased tickets for our own theater party just a week before yours. Good luck. Sincerely yours, Mindella (Mrs. Norman) Lamm 27 West 86 St. New York, N.Y. 10024

Yeshiva University

Letter from Charles Silver Inviting R. Lamm to YU Hanukkah Dinner in Honor of R. Silverstein (1972)

Dear Dr. Lamm: I am pleased to inform you that three distinguished leaders of the Jewish community – Leon Moed, Rabbi Israel L. Silverstein, and Samuel Singer – will receive the Distinguished Service Citation of Yeshiva University at the annual Hanukkah Dinner on Sunday, December 10th, at the Americana. As Chairman of the dinner, I am privileged to have Major Max L. Shulman serve as Co-Chairman, and we invite you wholeheartedly to join us on the Dinner Committee. The presentation of the Distinguished Service Citation in the traditional spirit of Hanukkah is rendered even more meaningful on this occasion as an honor bestowed in Yeshiva University’s Decade of Dedication, a period especially devoted to the enrichment of its Jewish Studies Programs. In receiving the University’s highest tribute for advancing higher education and for fidelity to the Judaic heritage, the awardees bring honor to the Jewish community. Our Committee is meeting for cocktails and a brief planning session on Thursday, November 9th, 4:30 P.M., at the home of Dr. Samuel Belkin, esteemed President of Yeshiva University, 101 Central Park West. You are cordially invited, and I do look forward to your response on the enclosed card advising that you will be with us. Cordially, Charles H. Silver

Yeshiva University