3090 —מעקב אחר הבטחות, הנהגת הקהילה, ושימור זכרונות

B"H, 10 Kislev, 5715.

Brooklyn.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

You have surely received my previous letter in due time and confirmed its receipt.

b) Enclosed is a section from my letter to someone; it is appropriate to read it at the Agudas Chabad gathering...

c) Some time ago I suggested and requested that you take an interest in meeting with those who visited me while they were in the United States, since there are several matters which they promised. It is clear that it would be very beneficial if these individuals themselves state that they promised these details; then they will certainly fulfill their promise promptly. Apparently, from their silence, nothing has been done about this until now. It is a pity about what has passed. In any case, you will surely try to fulfill this in the future. It is understood that this will also somewhat rectify the past, since it is easy to find some pretext to visit those who were in the United States some time ago. In the middle of the conversation, you can turn the topic to their visit here and the content of our conversation here. Especially regarding making an effort to meet with Mr. Ben Tzion Dinburg and Mr. Burg. It goes without saying that it is very necessary to report here afterwards—in detail—about the meeting and conversation...

e) Although I am writing this as well to the village committee, I am also mentioning it in this letter—due to its great importance. One must take into account that those settling in the village should also have a say in how the village and its affairs are run; even if before settling they certainly agree on all matters and at least do not emphasize points of disagreement or differences from a Chabad village lifestyle, over time—and a short time at that—it is inevitable that these things will come out into the open. Therefore, it is necessary to anticipate these matters ahead of time in an appropriate manner. From this it is also understood that those who from the outset emphasize their disagreement with a chassidic way of life etc.—they should settle peacefully and pleasantly in a place where peace will prevail among them and among the other settlers...

f) It is proper to encourage Anash who took part in communal activities generally—and especially those involved with Keren Chabad—in our country previously during recent generations—to record their memories as long as they still remember them well. Certainly over time, collecting these memories will benefit many.

g) In continuation of the above: Rabbi Aharon Eliyahu Romanov-Gershoni is also interested in such matters according to his letter. It would be proper for those with such records to connect with him so together they can find ways to utilize these memories for the greatest benefit.

Summary

The Rebbe emphasizes diligent follow-up on commitments made by visitors, thoughtful community leadership that anticipates future challenges, and preserving communal history by recording personal recollections for collective benefit.