Spivak, C. D. (Charles D.), 1861-1927
Biography
A Jewish Immigrant from Tsarist Russia, Spivak pursued medicine out of a desire to be of service to humanity. In 1896, when his wife Jennie showed signs of incipient tuberculosis, Spivak moved their young family to Denver to take advantage of Colorado’s reputation as the World’s Sanatorium. Spivak's concern for the indignant consumptives he saw flooding into the state led to his founding the Jewish Consumptives’ Relief Society (JCRS), a sanatorium dedicated to the care of all, even those in the advanced stages of TB. Spivak also ensured that the primarily Eastern European Jewish patients were cared for in an environment that respected their culture- unlike many such institutions, the JCRS featured a kosher kitchen and observed the Jewish Sabbath and holidays. Dr. Spivak was also an associate professor of medicine at the University of Denver from 1896-1901.
Citation:
Leḳsiḳon fun der nayer Yidisher liṭeraṭur, 1965 (Spiṿaḳ, Ḥayim; d. 10-16-1927; b. as Ḥayim-Ḥayḳl Spiṿaḳoṿsḳi; d. in Denver, Colorado) Yehoash. Idish ṿerṭerbukh, 1926: t.p. (Dr. Ḥayim Spiṿaḳ) t.p. verso (Dr. C. D. Spivak [in rom.]) Who's who in American Jewry, 1926 (Spivak, Charles; physician, author; b. 12-25-1861, Krementschug, Russia).Found in 3973 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from the Toronto General Hospital, 1906 July 10
Handwritten letter from the Toronto General Hospital, on July 10 06. The letter informs the recipient that this is to certify that Jacob Cohen is suffering from tuberculosis and to be admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is signed [illegible].
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 August 2
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 August 14
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on Aug. 14th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that United Hebrew Charities has received his letter and noted the contents. The letter is signed (Mrs.) D.B. Wolf.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 March 25
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on March 25th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. C. D. Spivak that Mr. Alexander Raisin has asked for an additional allowance of $12.00 for two weeks's board because he has yet to be admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 April 20
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on April 20th, 1906. The letter inquires a report about Mr. Raisin. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, 1906 February 26
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, on February 26th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that enclosed is the letter sent to Mrs. William Einstein. The letter concludes with keeping Dr. Spivak updated with Mr. Raisin's arrival to Denver. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, 1906 March 2
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, on March 2nd, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that Alexander Raisin will leave New York at 5 PM on March 3rd. When he arrives in Chicago he will send a telegram of his arrival to Denver. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, 1906 May 14
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Charles D. Spivak, on May 14th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak of the charities thanks and to accept a five dollar for incidental expenses. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Chas. D. Spivak, 1906 April 30
Typed letter from the United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to Dr. Chas. D. Spivak, on April 30th, 1906. The letter inquires an early response from Dr. Spivak. The letter is signed A. J. Grubman.
Letter from The United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to JCRS, 1906 November 26
Typed letter from United Hebrew Charities of the City of New York to JCRS, on November 26th, 1906. The letter inquires Mr. Eichler's word that JCRS sent him back to New York because Denver's climate was not beneficial to his health. The letter is signed L. H. Boedicker.