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On Thu, Nov 12, 2020 at 06:21 AM, <johnstonbm@...> wrote:

Kitty MILLINGEN, wife of Joseph, was the daughter of David (Hebrew: Mr Dov)

Dov is not David. Dov (sometimes called Dov Ber) is a different name. It appears in Yiddish with the diminutive Berel, in English as Bernard or Barney (very occasionally as Benjamin), and in Russian as Berko.

 
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Peter Cohen
California

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Allan,   i have a couple of stones I would like pictures of at Mt Judah.   Can you send me your email address, this is mine.   jack.s.jacobson@...    And I am happy to help with costs.

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Dear Moishe,

I appreciate this fine tuning of the analysis.

Since R' Langsam lived circa 1748-1820, and my estimated formation time of FGC56704 is between 715 CE and 952 CE, it is likely that any yDNA descendants of R' Langsam would be in the FGC65704 group, or some as of yet UNKNOWN SUB-GROUP of FGC65704. A terminal reading of FGC65704 would be a strong indicator of a common yDNA ancestor, while a TERMINAL BY80 (and above), impyling a finding of FGC65704(-), would suggest non-descent from R' Langsam. Non-terminal readings of BY80 or above would require additional testing to confirm FGC657074(+) status.

As you say, additional Y700 testing of any confirmed or suspected R' Langsam patriline descendants would be useful in verifying the signature.

For the sake of public awareness I add that using the GENI platform it is theoretically possible to find and then contact current yDNA descendants of any person on the tree (I have not specifically examined the R' Langsam possibilities in this regard). This would be a way for anyone to pursue verification of the signature.

Cordially,
Adam Cherson

Have you searched online www.familysearch.org
They have specific documents for this area I believe.

Janis Datz
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My great aunt Jean Glaser married a Louis Levy in New York. Louis was born around 1873.

Sam Glaser
Fairfax, VA

Hi Courtney,
I have an old recipe that my Bubbe made for us which she said was one from her Mother (early 1800's)  but not sure it would be one you are looking for. I think also David that it wasn't talked about much where the recipe originated as you state as it was "only that it tasted marvelous!"  : )  Bubbe had Western European in her background as well but she pointed out that the ones from Russia resembled the Russian pelmeni. In Western Europe these little dumplings were filled with meat during the early days but the Slavic part of Europe filled them with Farmer Cheese or Ricotta cheese only. From what I understand there was a meat shortage in Western Europe during those early years so then they were filled with fruit which were called "Varenikes".

Serves Four                                                                                                     Meat Filling
2 cups plain all purpose flour                                                                   1 large or 2 small onions chopped small or finely according to your own preference                                                                                                                                              remembering you only have so much room per square.
salt (use your best judgment according to Bubbe)                                    about 14 oz of pot roast meat or can also use minced ground meat
2 eggs                                                                                                        6-8 tablespoons of chicken fat or vegetable oil
chicken fat or vegetable oil optional                                                           ground black pepper and salt
Whole chives plus some chopped chives for garnish                                2-3 chopped garlic cloves
                                                                                                                    mashed potatoes optional
                                                                                                                 
1. To make the meat filling: Mince or finely chop or even grind the meat. Fry the onions in the chicken fat or vegetable oil for about 5- 9 or 10 minutes. Add the minced meat to the onions/garlic and add the salt and pepper. Bubbe would pour salt in her hand and throw it in and say that was THAT then would throw some over her shoulder.  LOL! Be sure to stir. If adding mashed potatoes mix in the meat filling a scant amount of mashed potatoes using your judgment as to how many servings you plan to serve. This recipe is for four servings so pay attention to how much you would use if making more servings. I would say if you like them starchier use more potatoes if you like meatier use less potatoes. (Bubbe's recipe again)
2. Put the flour, then eggs and a pinch of salt in a bowl and mix. Gradually add 1-2 tablespoons of water until the dough sticks together or looks like it will hold shape. Continue to mix until it forms a non-sticky ball. If you need a little more flour that is okay but don't overdo. Place in a covered bowl and leave for 30 minutes. 
3.. After 30 minutes break off a piece of dough about the size of a walnut and roll out (as thinly as you can without tearing the dough) on a lightly floured surface. Then cut the dough into 3 inch squares. Some make semi squares but my Bubbe made squares saying it was to honor the 3 patriarchs. Take a square at the time and dampen the edge of the square then put a spoonful of the filling in the center of the square but be careful not to overfill . Fold the edges of the dough to form a triangular shape then press the edges together. 
4. Add a little flour to a bowl and dust the squares in the flour then put on a non stick baking sheet. Let them rest for 30 minutes. (Bubbe's recipe)
5. Meanwhile boil a pan of salted water then gently put the squares in the boiling water for about 5 minutes just until tender. Drain. Garnish with chives. 
6. If you prefer you can fry the dumplings until brown in a little chicken fat or vegetable oil in a frying pan. Then garnish with the chives. 

High Holy days the kreplach are traditionally served in Chicken Soup; other holidays (depending on which) have dried fruit filled ones for Purim then cheese filled for Shavuot.
You might already have one similar but this one is an old one coming from my Bubbe. Well wishes on finding the recipe you are searching for. Will look out to see if anyone responds as if they were so good I would like that recipe also.  : ) 

Sharona Zaret via Linda_Z 

Scott,
Perhaps it is Jevíčko in the Czech Republic, previously known as Gewitsch in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Gewitsch is a German spelling, Gevitz is a reasonable English rendering.

I hope this helps,
Rodney Eisfelder
Melbourne, Australia

Hi Lorraine.

You got some excellent information from Robert and Corinne. Let me add a few bits of info. Your relative is wearing the Iron Cross First Class and I believe these were issued by the national government as opposed to state medals. That is why it is pinned above the other medal. I agree with Robert that the lower medal is almost certainly the "Friedrich August Cross 2nd Class from the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg."  Incidentally, the Iron Cross Second Class had a ring at the top and was suspended by a ribbon. When worn on the uniform, the ribbon was partially tucked into a button hole on the uniform. As the numbering implies, the Iron Cross First Class was of a higher order. During WWI, about 218,000 Iron Cross First Class medals were awarded. Upwards of 5 million Iron Cross Second Class medals were awarded. I can't make out the rank on the uniform or which regiment he belonged to because all that information would be indicated on the shoulder straps that are obscured and is photographed in black & white. He is definitely an officer and given his age I would guess anywhere from a major, lieutenant colonel to a full colonel. 

Jeffrey Gee
Arizona