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 394 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from C.D. Spivak to W. Willner, 1910 August 3
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to W. Willner informing him that Hyman Daily was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Wexler's Private Boarding House, 1911 September 16
This series of patient records includes medical reports and histories, statistical data of patients, x-rays, and death certificates. The patient files include applications, correspondence and some may also contain photographs and personal items.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Whitehead and Meyer, 1910 October 27
Letter from C.D. Spviak to Whitehead and Meyer. Spivak enclosed a check for $20.00 to cover the funeral expenses of Hyman Daily.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Wm. Gordon, 1911 October 9
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to William Gordon informing him that his nephew, David Gordon was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Gordon’s stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Y. Cohen, 1911 September 13
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Yetta Cohen informing her that her son, Julius Cohen was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Cohen’s stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from D. Gordon to C.D. Spivak, 1912 March 12
Letter from D. Gordon to C.D. Spivak. The letter was sent from Tucson, Arizona and was written in Yiddish.
Letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak, 1916 April 8
Handwritten letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak. Schwartz tells Spivak that his mother, Rosche Schwartz wrote to him about stomach pains. David asks Spivak to do all that he can for his dear mother and he would be very thankful.
Letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak, 1916 September 18
Letter from D. Schwartz to C.D. Spivak. Schwartz tells Spivak that his mother is not gaining any value from the money she received from JCRS for boarding. Although Schwartz appreciates what they have already done for his mother, he asks Spivak if there is a better place with better food and treatment for his mother for the money they are already providing her with.
Letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak, 1911 August 23
Letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak, 1911 September 4
Letter from Mrs. E.H. Gross of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society to C.D. Spivak. Gross tells Spivak that they have succeeded in finding shelter for Mrs. Schwartz until she is able to be admitted to the sanatorium in Denver. Gross tells Spivak that Mrs. Porter will send someone to meet Schwartz at the train and help ensure Schwartz is registered at JCRS. Gross informs Spivak that Schwartz leaves on Tuesday, September 5th at 4:00 PM.