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Boys Form a Pyramid at the Jewish National Home for Asthmatic Children in Denver, circa 1953

 Item
Identifier: B089.12.0020.0025.00002

Abstract

A group of boys form a pyramid outside the Jewish National Home for Asthmatic Children in Denver. The Jewish National Home for Asthmatic Children in Denver's began in 1907 as the Denver Sheltering Home for Jewish Children, which was a refuge for lower-income children whose parents were being treated for tuberculosis, or had passed away from tuberculosis. In 1928 the institution changed names to the National Home for Jewish Children in Denver. In 1953, the name changed to the Jewish National Home for Asthmatic Children at Denver and the institution became a treatment center for children with asthma.

Dates

  • circa 1953

Digital Repository

Boys Form a Pyramid at the Jewish National Home for Asthmatic Children in Denver

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Extent

1 Items (photograph)

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

This series contains photographs and slides.

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

3.25 x 4 inches black and white

Provenance

Donated as part of the National Asthma Center Records.

General

Title supplied by archivist.

Inscription and Marks

On back of photograph: ''Would you believe it? A Few months ago they were gasping for air! Let's help care for them - and make room for more. Please return this snap. I want to keep it moving. Thanks-''

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

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