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.
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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 355 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Bloch, 1911 September 28
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. L. Bloch informing her that Jennie Batchofsky was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Bloch, 1911 September 5
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. L. Bloch informing her that Henry Schnoor was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 July 11
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily. Spivak tells Louis that his brother filed his application a few days ago at JCRS. Spivak tells Louis that it is very unfortunate that at the present time he is unable to admit Hyman because there are so many applicants in need of urgent care. Spivak also tells Louis that the sanatorium is filled to capacity, but he assures Louis that as soon as there is some vacancy he will admit Hyman.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 July 25
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 August 3
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily informing him that his brother, Hyman Daily was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak hopes that Daily’s stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 August 10
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily. Spivak tells Louis that his brother was entitled to enter the sanatorium for several reasons. Spivak also thanks Louis for providing him with a copy of his article “Talmud and Tuberculosis” because Spivak is interested in everything written about medicine. Spivak adds a postscript that tells Louis that he will mail several of his own articles that he has written about medical service under separate cover.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 September 14
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily. Spivak warns Daily that his brother, Hyman Daily’s health is showing signs of failing. Spivak tells Louis that his brother is bed ridden, feverish, and Dr. Schwatt states his prognosis is bad. Spivak assures Louis that everything is being done to make Hyman comfortable at the sanatorium.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 September 19
Letter form C.D. Spivak to L. Daily. Spivak enclosed a bill for Hyman Daily’s funeral expenses. The bill amounts to $50.00.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Ginsburg, 1908 January 2
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Louis Ginsburg. Spivak acknowledges Ginsburg’s letter introducing Greenberg. Spivak tells him that Greenberg filed an application on December 31, 1907 and as soon as there is vacancy JCRS will admit Greenberg. Spivak tells Ginsburg that the sanatorium is currently overcrowded with seventy-two patients, as well as a wait list between sixty to seventy applicants.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Ginsburg, 1908 January 31
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Ginsburg informing him that Ignatz Greenberg was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak reassures Ginsburg that JCRS will make every effort to restore Greenberg back to health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.