Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society (U.S.)

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Letter from D. Gordon to C.D. Spivak. The letter was sent from Tucson, Arizona and was written in Yiddish.

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Handwritten letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak. Schwartz tells Spivak that his mother, Rosche Schwartz wrote to him about stomach pains. David asks Spivak to do all that he can for his dear mother and he would be very thankful.

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Letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak. Schwartz tells Spivak that his mother is not gaining any value from the money she received from JCRS for boarding. Although Schwartz appreciates what they have already done for his mother, he asks Spivak if there is a better place with better food and treatment for his mother for the money they are already providing her with.

Abstract Letter from Mrs. E.H. Gross of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society to C.D. Spivak. Gross tells Spivak that his letter addressed to the Jewish Charities Association has been turned over to Gross because the Ladies Aid Society has been attending to Schwartz’s case. Gross is happy to learn that JCRS is willing to accept her for tuberculosis treatment. Gross also confirms that Schwartz’s name is Rosie Schwartz and her son is already in the sanatorium in Denver. Gross also tells Spivak that she is...

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Letter from Mrs. E.H. Gross of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society to C.D. Spivak. Gross tells Spivak that they have succeeded in finding shelter for Mrs. Schwartz until she is able to be admitted to the sanatorium in Denver. Gross tells Spivak that Mrs. Porter will send someone to meet Schwartz at the train and help ensure Schwartz is registered at JCRS. Gross informs Spivak that Schwartz leaves on Tuesday, September 5th at 4:00 PM.

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Thank you letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak. On behalf of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society, Gross thanks Spivak for admitting Schwartz so quickly. Gross tells Spivak that her society will always be grateful for Spivak and JCRS.

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Handwritten letter from Mrs. Fannie Cohen to C.D. Spivak. Mrs. Cohen tells Spivak that she has attempted to obtain a death certificate from the Colorado State Board of Health for the death of her husband, but they told her that they do not have Julius Cohen’s death on record. Mrs. Cohen is asking Spivak for his help in obtaining a death certificate since he died at the sanatorium. She thanks him in advance.

Abstract Typed letter from Frances Taussig of the Jewish Aid Society of Chicago to C.D. Spivak. Taussig informs Spivak that the relatives of Fanny Reeder have asked the Jewish Aid Society to help Fanny Reeder return home to Chicago. Taussig tells Spivak that although they have a file for Reeder, they are in no position to assist her. Taussig asks Spivak if he can give her more information about Reeder such as the length of time she has been at JCRS, whether she has paid anything to JCRS, and when she...

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Letter from F. Taussig to C.D. Spivak. Before Taussig takes any action with Reeder’s case, the Jewish Aid Society of Chicago would like a statement from Spivak about what he advises they do for Reeder. Taussig asks Spivak if he thinks Reeder should be returned to Chicago due to the climate there.

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Letter from F. Taussig to C.D. Spivak. Taussig tells Spivak that the Jewish Aid Society of Chicago has been making arrangements for the return of Fanny Reeder from the sanatorium in Denver. Taussig also says that Spivak can send Reeder whenever she is ready, but Taussig wants Spivak to let her know when Reeder is on her way. Taussig thanks Spivak for taking an interest in her case.