Gonda, Louis

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Business Card from E. Disraelly: Watchmaker, Jeweler, and Optician. On the verso of the card there is a handwritten list of prices for various items. The total amounts to $14.50.

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This series of patient records includes medical reports and histories, statistical data of patients, x-rays, and death certificates. The patient files include applications, correspondence and some may also contain photographs and personal items.

Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to E. Gonda inquiring about whether or not to sell the camera that was left from her husband, Louis Gonda upon his death. He reminds her that $6.50 is needed to pay for Gonda's board at the sanatorium. He also mentions that if she wants the camera sent to New York, then she also needs to pay $8.00 for the expense to ship it. He gives her a 10 day notice to respond, and if she does not reply then JCRS will sell the camera and keep the money to cover debts that...

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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. Ettel Gonda, informing her that her husband, Louis Gonda was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Gonda's stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. E. Gonda responding to her about her inquiry regarding her husband's health. He first mentions that the letter she addressed to P. Hillkowitz was referred to him instead. He then mentions that Louis Gonda is doing fairly well, but spends most of his time in bed. He trusts that Louis Gonda's stay at JCRS will be beneficial for him and signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to E. Gonda regarding the belongings found on Louis Gonda at the time of his death. Spivak mentions that the only items he possessed include a chain and 25 cents in change. He also talks about a "photographic outfit" and some clothing left behind as well. He is unsure of the value of the photographic materials and he advises against sending the clothing because it is too expensive and clothing from a sick patient should not be sent through the express company....

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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to F.D. Gonda. Spivak replies that Louis Gonda's grave is located at Golden Hill Cemetery with the block and grave numbers attached. Spivak then mentions that he will try to find a photographer that might be interested in purchasing the photographic equipment left by Louis Gonda. The letter is signed "Secretary" at the bottom.

Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to F.D. Gonda. Spivak mentions that a member of the Board of Trustees had a few offers for the photographic equipment and the highest bid came to $20.00. Spivak then details that $5.50 plus $1.00 will be taken from that amount to cover boarding costs of Louis Gonda, as well as the cost for the death certificate. He states that if they are not willing to sell the camera for $20.00 then the family will need to pay $5.50 plus $7.00 or $8.00 to cover the cost of...

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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. Gonda confirming that he received the money order for a total of $14.50 to pay for the debts of Louis Gonda's death. He mentions that he will ship the photographic equipment as soon as possible.

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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to E. Gonda following up about the photographic equipment that was sent in the mail. Spivak mentions that the camera has already been sent and enclosed the bill of the shipment. He also mentions that the account of Louis Gonda is actually larger than previously stated and he explains where the $14.50 had been spent. He then discovered that $2.00 remained from the total amount and sent it back to Mrs. Gonda.