displayed his linguistic talents by explaining to the court the use and meaning of several Yiddish and Hebrew phrases. He read into the record of the proceedings an explanation of the rabbinical “issur” on poultry.
As evening shadows began to filter into the courtroom Rabbi Epstein expressed a desire to attend a synagogue to say “mincha,” evening prayers. Judge Goldstein thereupon directed him to take any ten Jews and say the prayers in court.
As the rabbi was reluctant, Judge Goldstein showed him the way to the nearest synagogue. Throughout his conversation with the rabbi the judge spoke in Yiddish. Asked by one of the attorneys whether he would participate in courtroom services, the judge smiled.
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