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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 365 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 September 14

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0148.00020
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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.

Dates: 1910 September 14

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Daily, 1910 September 19

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0148.00024
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Letter form C.D. Spivak to L. Daily. Spivak enclosed a bill for Hyman Daily’s funeral expenses. The bill amounts to $50.00.

Dates: 1910 September 19

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Ginsburg, 1908 January 2

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0150.00004
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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.

Dates: 1908 January 2

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Ginsburg, 1908 January 31

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0150.00010
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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.

Dates: 1908 January 31

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Kohn, 1911 June 19

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0146.00005
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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.

Dates: 1911 June 19

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Kurtz, 1911 November 22

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0171.00016
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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.

Dates: 1911 November 22

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Leisersohn, 1910 May 10

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Identifier: B002.01.0102.0104.00006
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Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mr. L. Leisersohn informing him that Joseph Loebel was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Loebel' stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

Dates: 1910 May 10

Letter from C.D. Spivak to L. Leitman, 1910 August 30

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0149.00021
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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.

Dates: 1910 August 30

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Ferstendig, 1912 March 2

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0168.00003
Abstract Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Ferstendig. Spivak apologizes for not admitting him to the sanatorium and explains that there are so many applications pending. Spivak also tells Ferstendig that it is important for the Admission and Dismission committee to find out everything about each applicant so that they can make a sound decision, which is why Spivak asks Ferstendig to update him about how is doing. Spivak asks Ferstendig is he can stop by his office on Wednesday morning so that they can...
Dates: 1912 March 2

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Ferstendig, 1912 July 10

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0168.00005
Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Max Ferstendig regarding his admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak is pleased to inform Ferstendig that the Admission and Dismission Committee of the JCRS extends an invitation to come to the sanatorium. Spivak also provides instructions when accepting the offer. Ferstendig must present the letter to the superintendent of JCRS within two days and to telephone the sanatorium that way the carriage will be at the end of the car line to...
Dates: 1912 July 10