I visited with a number of Jewish scientists and engineers whose names I had obtained prior to my departure. On Wednesday. January 12. I attended a farewell dinner at the home of Dr. Alexander Lerner. an internationally reknowned computer expert. Dr. Lerner had invited several of his close friends. all of whom had applied for permission to emigrate and all of whom I had met before at some time during my stay. Just as we started the first course. two Soviet KGB men appeared at the door stating they were looking for a "desperado" masquerading as a foreigner. When I was unable to produce my passport. which was at my hotel. the two men took me into custody.
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