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 4452 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from United Hebrew Congregations of Pittsburgh to JCRS, 1905 December 14
Handwritten letter from United Hebrew Congretations of Pittsburgh to JCRS, dated December 14, 1905. The letter is in introduction of Rebecca Moses, who is a consumptive who's last option is a move to Denver. The letter requests her admission to the National Jewish Hospital. The letter is signed Rabbi Aaron M. Ashinsky, [illegible] President Beth Amedresh Agodel, and M.A. Aller, President of the Congretation of Beth Jacob.
Letter from United Jewish Charities of St. Louis to JCRS, 1906 July 26
Handwritten letter from United Jewish Charities of St. Louis to JCRS, dated July 26, 1906. The letter references an enclosed check for $14.00. The letter is signed illegibly.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, Independence Order Brith Abraham to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 April 29
Typed letter from United Grand Lodge, Independend Order Brith Abraham to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on April, 29th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that Mr. Stern is personally interested in this case and United Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. hopes Mr. Parver can be admitted. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge Independent Order Brith Abraham to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 May 13
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on May 13th 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak of Mr. Benjamin Feinberg's membership to the George Washington Lodge, No. 50 and his need to return to JCRS for medical assistance. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, Independent Order Brith Abraham to JCRS, 1905 December 26
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge, Independent Order Brith Abraham to JCRS, on December, 26, 1905. The letter inquires a place in the Sanatorium for Israel Parver (Louis Parver). The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 April 24
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on April 24th, 1906. The letter inquires information about Mr. Shaffer (Mr. William Schaffer) leaving the institution after one night stay because he was feeling cold. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 October 7
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on Oct. 7th, 1906. The letter introduces Mr. Julius Gruber, from the Independent Lodge, No. 153, and his consumption. The letter asks Dr. Spivak to show this case every consideration. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 October 21
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on Oct. 21, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that the bearer of this letter is Mr. Gruber and to admit him. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge I.O.B.A. to JCRS, 1906 July 26
Typed letter from United States Grand Lodge I.O.B.A. to JCRS, dated July 26, 1906. The letter inquires after the circumstances surrounding a discharge order for Bessie Holstein. The letter is signed Jacob Schoen.
Letter from United States Grand Lodge I.O.B.A to JCRS, 1905 December 10
Letter from United States Grand Lodge, I.O.B.A. to JCRS, dated January 10, 1905. The letter is in introduction of Jonas Lebowitz, who seeks treatment at the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is signed by Jacob Schoen.