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Spivak, C. D. (Charles D.), 1861-1927

 Person

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 355 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from M. Marshak to C.D. Spivak, 1916 September 4

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0146.00049
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Letter from M. Marshak to C.D. Spivak. Marshak tells Spivak that Schwartz was discharged from the sanatorium after being there for five years. Marshak continues to say that Schwartz is in a far advanced stage of tuberculosis and highly neurotic. Her symptoms occurred from her hysteria. Marshak states that Schwartz’s conduct was also very poor and disturbing at the sanatorium.

Dates: 1916 September 4

Letter from M. Schneiber to C.D. Spivak, 1912 March 26

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0152.00014
Abstract Handwritten letter from Mrs. Maurice Schneiber of the Jewish Aid Society of Port Chester to C.D. Spivak. Schneiber asks Spivak to inform her about the reasons why David Gordon was sent to Tucson, Arizona. Schneiber tells Spivak that Gordon’s wife is worried her husband will starve in Arizona. Gordon’s family has also been receiving aid from the Jewish Aid Society since David Gordon is away. Schneiber asks Spivak to use his influence to see if there is a charitable organization in Arizona...
Dates: 1912 March 26

Letter from M. Stern to C.D. Spivak, 1911 October 9

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0171.00003
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Typed letter from Max Stern to C.D. Spivak. Stern is the ex-grand master of the I.O.B.A lodge. He asks Spivak if he can place Max Schaeffer into the JCRS sanatorium as soon as possible. Stern tells Spivak that doctors claim Schaeffer can still be cured.

Dates: 1911 October 9

Letter from Mr. Affeld to C.D. Spivak, 1912 June 5

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0151.00023
Abstract Letter from Affeld of the Jewish Daily Forward to C.D. Spivak. Affeld tells Spivak that Henry Schnoor passed away on February 23, 1912 and was buried by JCRS in Denver. Affeld tells Spivak that Schnoor’s children sent his office $20.00 and told him that they would like a burial stone erected on their father’s grave. Affeld promised the children that he would attend to the request and asks Spivak for his help in the matter. Affeld also includes a post script that states the children would...
Dates: 1912 June 5

Letter from Mr. Affeld to C.D. Spivak, 1912 July 2

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0151.00025
Abstract Letter from Mr. Affeld to C.D. Spivak. Affeld tells Spivak that he called Schnoor’s son-in-law to his office and read him Spivak’s previous letter. Schnoor’s son convinced Affeld that his family has absolutely no money to pay for the funeral expenses. The boy included an extra $10.00 to help pay for expenses, but Schnoor’s family cannot contribute any more. Affeld also tells Spivak that Henry never belonged to any societies or did not have insurance which leaves his wife penniless. Affeld...
Dates: 1912 July 2

Letter from Mr. Affeld to C.D. Spivak, 1912 September 4

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0151.00027
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Letter from Mr. Affeld to C.D. Spivak. Affeld tells Spivak that Spivak previously asked for an unpaid amount of $23.26 from Schnoor’s children, but they offered $20.00 and then another $10.00 later and said that was all they could afford to give. Affeld tells Spivak that he has not heard from him and would like to know what is going on with the situation of the tombstone the kids want erected over their father’s grave.

Dates: 1912 September 4

Letter from P. Hillkowitz to C.D. Spivak, 1910 July 21

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0149.00008
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Handwritten note from P. Hillkowitz to C.D. Spivak. Hillkowitz agrees with Spivak to admit Leitman for a brief period of time so that she can be properly examined.

Dates: 1910 July 21

Letter from P. Hillkowitz to F. Taussig, 1912 November 25

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0153.00021
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Letter from P. Hillkowitz, President of JCRS to F. Taussig. Hillkowitz copied a statement from H. Schwatt that explains Reeder’s condition and why it would be best for her to remain in Denver. Hillkowitz continues to quote from Schwatt that Reeder would not be able to work in Denver or Chicago as well.

Dates: 1912 November 25

Letter from P. Schkolnick to H. Schwatt, 1911 December 26

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0165.00015
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Handwritten letter from Mrs. Pauline Schkolnick to C.D. Spivak. Mrs. Schkolnick asks Spivak to send her the death certificate of Adolph Schkolnick. She asks Spivak to not refuse her request and writes a postscript reminding Spivak that Adolph died on December 20, 1911.

Dates: 1911 December 26

Letter from P.A. Siegelstein to C.D. Spivak, 1907 December 26

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0150.00003
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Letter from Dr. P.A. Siegelstein to C.D. Spivak. Siegelstein tells Spivak that Mr. Ignatz Greenberg was examined by doctor and told to go to Denver in search of better health. Siegelstein asks Spivak if he can provide shelter to Greenberg while he is in Denver. Siegelstein also reminds Spivak that this is the second case he has recommended to JCRS since they became members of JCRS. He tells Spivak that their annual contribution with be forwarded to JCRS early next month.

Dates: 1907 December 26