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 359 Collections and/or Records:
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.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Kohn, 1911 June 19
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Leo Kohn. Spivak included some information that JCRS wired to Kohn regarding Rosche Schwartz’s possible deportation by the Immigration Commissioner in Seattle. Spivak tells Kohn that quick action for an examination is preferred to avoid complications with Schwartz being sent to Denver. Spivak asks Kohn to take her case.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Kurtz, 1911 November 22
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Kurtz of the International K.U. Verein organization informing him that Max Schaeffer was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Schaeffer’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. Leitman, 1910 August 30
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mr. Louis Leitman informing him that his wife, Mrs. Mary Leitman was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Leitman’s stay at JCRS will be beneficial for her health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Ferstendig, 1912 March 2
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Ferstendig, 1912 July 10
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman, 1910 July 19
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman. Spivak tells Leitman that on her application it has been marked that she is not suffering from tuberculosis by Dr. Charles. Spivak also says that Dr. Hillkowitz confirmed the statement. Spivak tells Leitman that since there is no evidence of tuberculosis, Leitman’s application will be removed so that those who are eligible can be admitted.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman, 1910 July 27
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman, 1910 August 29
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. Mary Leitman informing her she was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak instructs Leitman to present his letter to H. Schwatt between the hours of 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman, 1910 November 14
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Leitman. Spivak wrote on behalf of the Admission and Dismisson Committee to remind Leitman that her stay at the sanatorium will terminate on December 1, 1910. He asked Leitman to make all preparations needed to leave by that date. He also stated that he would like Leitman to keep JCRS up to date regarding her health. Spivak hopes that Leitman's health continues to improve outside of the sanatorium. The letter is signed "Secretary" at the bottom.