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Motel Ostrynski left Bialystok for the United States
Motel Ostrynski left Bialystok in the early 1920s and later returned for vacations.
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... In the early 1920's, he left Bialystok for the United
States but returned from time to time for vacation. In
1923, Bialystok was drenched by incessant rains for sev-
eral days. The Biala River overflowed its banks, flood-
ing a large portion of the town. A group of good
samaritans saved people from drowning in the flood-
waters and preserved property. Motel Ostrynski was
adept not only at putting out fires but was courageous
during a flood as well. He built a rowboat from a few
pieces of lumber and headed for the most hazardous
places to bring relief. If not for his great efforts, ...Connected nodes