“Could You Believe,” by Mel Pollock. Describes family’s immigration to the United States, retail business in Gallitzin, Pa., including involvement with the “40 Thieves” of Pittsburgh. Describes experiences as Jewish minority in town, and association with Jewish institutions in Altoona, Pa. Describes military service and courtship of future wife. Typescript, 14 pages.

Date August 4, 2001
Identifier MSS1031_B002_F001_I01
Collection Pollock Family Papers and Photographs [MSS 1031]
Source Rauh Jewish Archives at the Heinz History Center
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