Rebbe Responsa

Diverting one's attention from the Yetzer helps in the combat; girls must learn the laws that are pertinent to them; girls are obliged to study Chassidus

Obligation to learn Chassidus Yetzer Hara Cognitive Shifting

B. H.13th of Cheshvan, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Leasing additional shops close to the end of the season

Business Advice

By the Grace of G-d 20th of Marcheshvan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss. ...

Jewish girls mature earlier than boys; a Bas Mitzvah has the full responsibility in spreading Judaism

Obligation to Spread Judaism Bas Mitzva

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By the Grace of G-d 26th of Marcheshvan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Life on other planets; differences of opinion in Chassidic philosophy; humans endowed with capabilities of prediction

Extraterrestrial Life Planets Chassidism

By the Grace of G-d27th of Marcheshvan, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Jewish Institute for Brides & Grooms

Torah and Mitzvos are the foundation for marriage

The Taharas HaMishpacha Campaign Foundation of Marriage

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By the Grace of G‑d29th of Marcheshvan, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Schneur Zalmon Jaffe

Renting closer to the time necessary; preparations for the month of Kislev

Business Advice

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Kislev, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Hinda Malka Lew

Blessing for moving on Shlichus

Moving

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By the Grace of G-d 2nd Day of Chanukah, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Dealing with education issues rising from the parents and community; in this generation the children influence their parents

Importance of Jewish Education Ikvisa DiMishicha Hardships on Shlichus

By the Grace of G-d 8th Day of Chanukah, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y

Mr. . . .

Science's deduction of the age of the universe; why does Torah punish with torturous deaths; slaughtering must be done in the most humanitarian way

Astronomy The Rebbe's Early Years Shechita

By the Grace of G-d8th Day of Chanukah, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

N'shei Chabad (Manchester Branch)c/o Mrs. Esther Rechel Turk

The emphasis of the Tzemach Tzedek on educating the younger generation; no sacrifice is too great for Chinuch

Sacrificing for Education The Tzemach Tzedek

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By the Grace of G-d8th Day of Chanukah, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Answering questions on the previous Michtav Klali: Questioning the order in Torah, the term G-d of Israel; Torah is infinite

Time Management Approach to Torah Study Divine Names

By the Grace of G-d8th Day of Chanukah, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Descendant from Lubavitcher stock; the Jews were determined not to be influenced by the Greeks

Compromised Judaism Chanukah Lesson Hellenism

By the Grace of G-d 8th Day of Chanukah, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Esther Rachel Turk

Mrs. Esther Rachel Turk: The merit of working in N'shei should stand you in good stead.

Neshei Chabad

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By the Grace of G-d13th of Teves, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Yaakov Eleazer Field

Combating laziness

Laziness

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By the Grace of G-d18th of Teveth, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the 26th Annual Dinner of the United Lubavitcher Yeshivoth Tomchei Tmimim— G-d Bless You All

The Chabad movement places emphasis on education; the Tzemach Tzedek found time to personally test his grandchildren

The Tzemach Tzedek Supporting Yeshivos The Ba'al Shem Tov

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By the Grace of G-d 18th of Teves, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Steadily growing efforts bring greater success

By the Grace of G-d 18th of Teves, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss Sarah Eskovitz

Spreading Judaism in a growing measure

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By the Grace of G‑d24th of Teves, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Shneur Zalmon Jaffe

The Zechus of Lubavitch activities will bring Hatzlacha in all

By the Grace of G-d24th of Teves, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Pinchos Meir Kalms

Mr. Pinchos Meir Kalms: The auspicious day of Chof Daled Teves; the Lubavitch institutions in London

Supporting Shluchim 24 Teves

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By the Grace of G-d 24th of Teves, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

College environment is harmful for Judaism and moral values

Promiscuity College Atmosphere

By the Grace of G-d 24th of Teves, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. Velvl Greene

The auspicious day of 24 Teves

24 Teves

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By the Grace of G-d 24th of Teves, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi & Mrs. M. Feller

Hiring Shluchim; cultivating a relationship can bring desired results

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By the Grace of G-d28th of Teveth, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Spreading Chassidus hastens Moshiach's arrival; Chassidus affects even the unaffiliated; the qualities of general Chassidus and Chabad Chassidus

When Will Moshiach Come Spreading Chassidus The Ba'al Shem Tov

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Military service for a religious Jew; the Chassidic way of life

Chassidism Military

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

The teenage years are very delicate, therefore parents should not mix into religious matters of teenagers

Wearing A Beard Adolescence

By the Grace of G-d3rd of Shevat, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Nathan Vogel

Thank you for good tidings

10 Shevat

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By the Grace of G-d 6th of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Dealing with those who ridicule meticulous observance; growing a beard; Jewish laws have slowly evolved

Changing Nusach Hatefilah Jewish Customs Wearing A Beard

By the Grace of G-d 13th of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Mid-Winter Convention ofNshei uBnois Chabad

Rebbetzin Devorah Leah's Mesiras Nefesh; the role of Jewish women and daughters - perpetuating the Jewish tradition

Women's Mid-Winter Convention Role of Jewish Women The Alter Rebbe

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By the Grace of G-d 17th of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. B. Schoolman

Visit in Kefar Chabad

Kfar Chabad

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By the Grace of G‑d21st of ShevatErev-Shabbos Yisro5726. Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Participants in theCamp Emunah ReunionG‑d bless you all!

Camp reunion; the Tzemach Tzedek and the example he set; the special duty of Jewish women

Camp Reunion Mattan Torah Role of Jewish Women

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B.H. 24th of Shevat, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Acknowledgment of donation

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By the Grace of G‑dErev Shabbos ParshasShekolim, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the"Evening with Lubavitch" inPhiladelphia, Pa.G‑d bless you —

The Mitzvah of the half-shekel; sincere human effort is met halfway by Divine Grace; our ultimate destiny

Parshas Ki Sissa Machtzis HaShekel

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By the Grace of G-d 30th of Shevat, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. Bernard Kabakow, M.D. F.A.C.P.

The importance of a doctor's interest in a patient; preventive medicine is the ideal of medical science

Preventive Medicine Doctor Doctor–Patient Relationship

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By the Grace of G-d30th of Shevat, 5726 (21st of Feb, 1966)Brooklyn, N.Y.

Hon. E[arl] W.B[rydges]1President of the New York State Senate

Pleased that you oppose any legislation that interferes with freedom of religion (namely the Humane Slaughter Bill)

Church and State

By the Grace of G-d30th of Shevat, 5726 (21st of Feb., 1966)Brooklyn, N.Y.

Hon. H[arrison] J. G[oldin]1

Preserve the immunity of shechitah from any legislation

Church and State

By the Grace of G-d 11th of Adar, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

The prohibition of studying other theologies; Jewish history demonstrated that deviating from the path of Torah and Mitzvos has no lasting effect

Purim: Jewish Advocacy Suicide Scholarly Research

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

If G-d commands a Jew to be happy he gives him the ability to do so; reflecting on personal blessings; responsibility of a former Yeshiva student to be a joyous example

Adar - Increase In Joy Semicha Anxiety

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B.H.8th of Nissan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Regarding the elections in Eretz Yisrael

Religious Bloc Agudas Yisrael Israeli Politics

By the Grace of G-d9th of Nissan, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rev. Aaron Dov Sufrin

Learn from previous overcomings not to be anxious; Help and guidance come through consultation

Anxiety

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Nissan, 5726 Brooklyn, New York

Prof. Velvl Greene

Pleasant to see you in 770

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Nissan, 5726 Brooklyn, New York

Mr. & Mrs. Yossef Arye Feller

Pesach wishes

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Nissan, 5726 -100th Anniversary Yearof the Histalkus-Hiluloof the Rebbe the "TzemachTzedek" -Brooklyn, New York

To my Bretheren, EverywhereG-d bless you all.

Michtov Kloli: Lesson from the Paschal offering: One's head, power, and one's livelihood should all be equally subjected to G-d

Pesach Michtovim Klolli'im Idolatry The Tzemach Tzedek

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B. H. Erev Pesach, 5726

Mr. Z. Jaffe

Arranging a meeting with the Rebbe for a guest

Private Audience

By the Grace of G-d 5th of Iyar, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Chana Tiefenbrun

A true mate produces a good frame of mind

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By the Grace of G-d15th of Iyar, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Chana Blank

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Brooklyn, New YorkMay 6/66B"H

Lag Bomer Comittee ...1

Lessons from Lag B'omer

Lag B'Omer Outings

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MR 118 SY VXD346 BROOKLYN NY 26/22 6 736P

LT LAG BOMER COMMITTEE

Correction in previous telegram

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By the Grace of G-d1st Day of the Week of (Bhar-Bechukosai) - "...And the earthshall rest a Shabbos unto G-d”, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

To the Participants in the Eleventh Annual Convention of the Nshei u'Bnos Chabad G-d bless you all

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Parshas Behar

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By the Grace of G-d 20th of Iyar, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Jewish children belong in a Yeshiva

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By the Grace of G־d 20th of Iyar, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Whether charitable organizations may accept donations from unethical businesses; the significance of counting the Omer

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By the Grace of G-d 22nd of Iyar, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Dinnerof the Merkos L'Inyonei Chinuch in Detroit, Mich.G-d bless you all —

Torah education takes precedence; every Jew is soulfully bound to the Torah

Parshas Bamidbar

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By the Grace of G-d1st Day of the Week ofBamidbor, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants In theAnnual Dinner of theOholei Torah InstituteG-d Bless You -

Annual Dinner for Oholei Torah: Every Jew was counted before receiving the Torah for each has a share in it; from Moshe to the ordinary Jew, all count as ‘one’; never give up any Jew as lost; Jewish education for every child as Torah's guarantor

Oholei Torah Support for Educational Institutions Mattan Torah

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By the Grace of G-d 20th day of Iyar, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner of Camp Gan Israel Montreal, Canada, G-d bless you all -

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Parshas Bamidbar

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Sivan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in theFourth Annual Dinner of theMerkos L'Inyonei ChinuchMinneapolis, Minn.

The responsibility of all Jews to perpetuate Torah-life through our children

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Sivan, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rev. Moshe Yosef Golomb

Rev. Moshe Yosef Golomb: Future Parnosso; only consider practical possibilities; consent of wife.

Shabbos Observance Role of a Rabbi Choosing a Career

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Sivan, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Diligent study even during vacation

Vacation

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Sivan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Isaac Jimes, PresidentAdath Israel Synagogue

Resolutely combating challenges brings victory; G-d delivers from bondage

Parshas Shelach

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By the Grace of G‑d18th of Sivan, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Transmit in Manchester the inspiration that you received here

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Sivan, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss . . .

The spiritual and physical go hand in hand together; prepare yourself for your trip to Eretz Yisrael

Baal Teshuvah Visiting Eretz Yisrael

By the Grace of G‑d3rd of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Preparations and inspiration from Yud Beis Tammuz

12 Tammuz Observance

By the Grace of G-d10th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

The function of a Rabbi; gradual leadership

The Function of a Shul Leadership A New Rabbi

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By the Grace of G‑d10th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Chana Tiefenbrun

The Akeres Habayis is included in all blessings

Wife

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Tammuz, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

The school of choice is of utmost importance for proper education; living in a proper Jewish environment

Choosing a School Where to Live

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Tammuz, 5726 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Hinda Malka Lew

The wife is included in all the blessings to the husband; consult friends of the individual in question regarding how to influence her

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By the Grace of G-d10th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Yitzchok & Reitza Kosofsky

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The Previous Rebbe 12 Tammuz Lesson

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B.H. Yom HaGeuloh12th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss

Since you will be moving on Shlichus to the kallah's hometown (where there is a greater need), the wedding should take place in the Chosson's hometown; I have recommended this posting after careful consideration; short engagement

Wedding Date Wedding Location

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . .

Seeking a psychiatrist free of prejudice; Judaism’s stance on seclusion; exploring other belief systems; the key to your happiness is self-discipline and daily routine

Therapist Psychotherapy Honoring Parents

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By the Grace of G‑d25th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn N. Y.

Mrs. R. Rosenbloom

Participation and speech at the Convention of the Chabad Women; living by example

Living Example Women's Convention Public Speaking

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By the Grace of G-d25th of Tammuz, 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. [Irving Bunim]1

The harms of citing non-Jewish sources outweigh the benefits; the double purpose of footnotes; High Holiday sermons with non-Jewish sources

Author Books Sent to the Rebbe Lecture

B.H.3rd of Menachem Av 5726Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Happy frame of mind; transfer to a bank that has your best interest; traveling to New York for business

Positive Outlook Business Advice Business Trip

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Menachem Av, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Continue Torah learning in Eretz Yisrael; one does not need a degree to earn a livelihood or to spread Judaism; spreading Judaism is the highest aspiration

Importance of Spreading Judaism England College Atmosphere

B. H. 16th of Menachem Av5726. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. ...

Advice where to live and the benefits of employment beyond economic considerations

Employment Where to Live

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By the Grace of G-d17th of Menachem Av5726 (Aug. 3, 1966)Brooklyn, N.Y.

The Honorable John V. LindsayMayor of the City of New York

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Elul, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. — & —

Acknowledgment and blessing for revealed good

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By the Grace of G-d3rd of Elul, 5726Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs.

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The Taharas HaMishpacha Campaign

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By the Grace of G-d 22nd of Elul, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Prof. . . . .

Lesson from the schools in Morroco for American education; a professor's influence on her students

Professor Moroccan Jewry

By the Grace of G-d Erev Rosh Hashonoh, 5727 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Ziviah Liba Borenstein

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By the Grace of G-dIn the Days of Selichoth5726. Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters ofOur People Israel, EverywhereG-d bless you all!

Michtov Kloli: Two features in Hakhel; the awe-inspiring Torah reading reaches all levels; any type of leader should conduct a Hakhel-gathering

General Month Hakhel

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By the Grace of G-d In the Days of Selichoth, 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Greetings for the New Year

New Year Wishes

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5726

Mr. . . .

If non-Jews have souls; the chosenness of the Jewish people

Nature of a Jew Soul Gentile

By the Grace of G-d 5726

Mr. . . .

Traveling to Eretz Yisrael via El Al and Jewish owned ships

Fire Visiting Eretz Yisrael Jewish Owned Ships

5726

Mrs. . . .

A woman aspiring to be a rabbi

Gender Roles Women as Clergy Role of Jewish Women

5726

Mrs. . . .

The importance of marital harmony; each person is destined to achieve perfection in different fields

Shalom Bayis

5726

Mr. . . .

Your mission is to support Lubavitch of London; when one values his mission it is not a burden

Purpose Supporting Shluchim

5726

Dr. . . .

I hope to get your late husband's article translated to English and published

Periodicals Translation

57260

Mr. . . .

Every Jew will ultimately return to Judaism; the proper way of bringing someone closer to Judaism

Compromised Judaism Nature of a Jew Methods of Influence

By the Grace of G-d 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

One must do everything necessary in the natural order to improve one's health; in recent generations, one should not fast or self-afflict; instead one should increase in holiness

Checking Tefillin Tzedaka Before Tefillin Health

By the Grace of G-d 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

The surgery is not vital; try to make sure that there is no sterilization done or, at least, it is performed after the prostate surgery

Sterility Surgery

By the Grace of G‑d5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Investing in stocks

Investment Stocks

5726

Mr. Zalman Arye Hilsenrad

Mr. M. Strauss

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Rebbetzin Basya Garelick

Rabbi and Mrs. Shmuel Lew

Mr. Elazar Kalman Tiefenbrun

Dr. ... M.B., Ch.B.

Miss. . .

Recipient not listed

Miss. ...

Mr.

Jewish Institute for Brides &amp; Grooms

Mr. Schneur Zalmon Jaffe

Mrs. Hinda Malka Lew

Mrs. . . .

Mr. . . .

N'shei Chabad (Manchester Branch)c/o Mrs. Esther Rechel Turk

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Mrs. Esther Rachel Turk

Mr. Yaakov Eleazer Field

To All Participants in the 26th Annual Dinner of the United Lubavitcher Yeshivoth Tomchei Tmimim— G-d Bless You All

Mr.

Miss Sarah Eskovitz

Mr. Shneur Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Pinchos Meir Kalms

Dr. . . .

Dr. Velvl Greene

Rabbi &amp; Mrs. M. Feller

Mr.

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Mr. Nathan Vogel

Mr. . . .

To the Mid-Winter Convention ofNshei uBnois Chabad

Mrs. B. Schoolman

To the Participants in theCamp Emunah ReunionG‑d bless you all!

Recipient not listed

To All Participants in the"Evening with Lubavitch" inPhiladelphia, Pa.G‑d bless you —

Dr. Bernard Kabakow, M.D. F.A.C.P.

Hon. E[arl] W.B[rydges]1President of the New York State Senate

Hon. H[arrison] J. G[oldin]1

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Rev. Aaron Dov Sufrin

Prof. Velvl Greene

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Yossef Arye Feller

To my Bretheren, EverywhereG-d bless you all.

Mr. Z. Jaffe

Mrs. Chana Tiefenbrun

Mrs. Chana Blank

Lag Bomer Comittee ...1

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To the Participants in the Eleventh Annual Convention of the Nshei u'Bnos Chabad G-d bless you all

Recipient not listed

Recipient not listed

To All Participants in the Annual Dinnerof the Merkos L'Inyonei Chinuch in Detroit, Mich.G-d bless you all —

To All Participants In theAnnual Dinner of theOholei Torah InstituteG-d Bless You -

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner of Camp Gan Israel Montreal, Canada, G-d bless you all -

To All Participants in theFourth Annual Dinner of theMerkos L'Inyonei ChinuchMinneapolis, Minn.

Rev. Moshe Yosef Golomb

Mr.

Mr. Isaac Jimes, PresidentAdath Israel Synagogue

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Miss . . .

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mrs. . . .

Mrs. Chana Tiefenbrun

Recipient not listed

Mrs. Hinda Malka Lew

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Yitzchok &amp; Reitza Kosofsky

Miss

Mr. . .

Mrs. R. Rosenbloom

Mr. [Irving Bunim]1

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Jewish Institute for Brides & Grooms

Rabbi & Mrs. M. Feller

Mr. & Mrs. Yossef Arye Feller

Mr. & Mrs. Yitzchok & Reitza Kosofsky

Mr. & Mrs. — & —