Dear Norman: My people are still under the impact of the masterful presentation you gave on Sunday morning on the subject of Mechitzah. Knowing of the uncertainty on the part of so many regarding this practice, the receptivity far exceeded any of my expectations. In fact, they all left with a feeling of strength and conviction that only we are truly on the right path and the others are totally wrong. In fact, some of them expressed the hope that you would have an opportunity to make these presentations to non-Orthodox audiences, for they are certain that your persuasiveness could not but affect them, as they, themselves, are convinced of the correctness of your position. As for me, it was likewise a tremendous ḥizuk, for it convinced me that with the proper approach, so many of the problems we face within Orthodoxy might be more readily resolved. I am deeply grateful for your willingness to come and address the group, and I am likewise greatly appreciative of your splendid cooperation. With best personal regards, I am, sincerely yours, Rabbi Solomon Freilich.

Dear Norman, In order not to be guilty of the admonition of אל תמנע טוב מבעליו, I must write to tell you how pleased I was with your most recent article in Jewish Life on “the Jews and the Ecumenical Council.” It is one of the most well thought out and reasoned articles I have read on this subject, and I intend to discuss it in one of my forthcoming Sabbath Morning Sermons. It would be a מצוה רבה to have this article disseminated as far and wide as possible, especially to college students and to many of the clergymen in the other “camps.” The article says what should have been said, in a most convincing manner, well documented, and at the same time, does no fence to our Christian brethren. I am, therefore, hopeful that this article could be translated and would find a place in a magazine such as Panim el Panim. Many of our Israeli friends who criticized the courageous stand of Chief Rabbi Nissim, as well as the editors of the Jewish Observer on regards to missionary activities, will think twice before leveling such criticism, after having read your well thought out article. If you deem it advisable, I will personally write to Mr. Felix to make this suggestion. With fondest remembrances and all good wishes for continued success in all your endeavors, I am Fraternally yours, ShelomoP.S. As an ardent admirer of all your writings, I have been missing your bulletins which I used to receive, but I haven’t received for almost a year. I would appreciate being placed once more on your mailing list, and if you would send me the issues of the last six months, I would be most grateful. Many thanks.