Religious, Material Culture Objects, and Art, early-mid 20th century
Dates
- early-mid 20th century
Language of Materials
The records are primarily in English, but some materials are in other languages, including Hebrew, Yiddish, German, and Russian.
Biographical / Historical
The Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society was officially a small town named Spivak and included medical facilities, stores, rehabilitation activities, and a synagogue. The objects reflect life in Spivak, Colorado.
Extent
50 Linear Feet (25 boxes and bags)
Scope and Contents
This series includes religious, medical, printing, administrative, trophies, and other types of objects used at the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Examples of objects are Torah scrolls, embroidered towels made by a patient, a Hebrew Corona typewriter, printing cases and type, and a chess trophy.
Arrangement
The materials are primarily arranged by type of object.
Creator
- From the Collection: Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society (U.S.) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository