Skibell, Bernard 2012-02-23

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This interview features Bernard Skibell as he discusses his life growing up. In this interview, Skibell describes how he became a jeweler and his Jewish faith


General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Bernard Skibell

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Date: February 23, 2012

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: Robert Weaver

Length: 00:52:37


Abstract

Introduction and background information, His Uncle’s experience in Poland, Being the only Jewish person in high school, Following his faith in Greenville, Mississippi, The Jewish communities in Greenville and Lubbock, Retiring from being a jeweler, How he met his second wife, Betty, His involvement with Congregation Shaareth Israel


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Transcript: Transcript available in reading room



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