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 107 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Mr. Max Zenker, 1906 July 18
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak in Denver, Colorado, to Mr. Max Zenker in Edgewater, Colorado. Letter states that on account of his misconduct, he is requested to leave the Sanatorium of the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society the day following receipt of this notice. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to Reuben Goldberg, 1906 July 23
Typed letter from C.D. Spivak in Denver, Colorado to Rubin Goldberg [Reuben Goldberg] in Edgewater, Colorado informs tha the Admission and Dismission Committee of JCRS has decided to admit Reuben Goldberg to the Sanatorium. Informs that by presenting this letter to the Superintendent Goldberg will be assigned to a tent. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to S. Gelber, 1912 November 5
Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to S. Gelber, informing him about Morris Shapiro's letter and that they won't discharge Daniel Goldberg for now.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to S. Mendelson, 1911 December 26
2 pages typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Sam Mendelson, informing his stay at the sanatorium will be terminated on January 12, 1912, because he disobeyed one of the rules of the sanatorium: everyone who is able should do a certain amount of work. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to S. Werman, 1912 May 24
Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Sam Werman, informing his stay in the sanatorium will be terminated on July 1st, 1912. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from C.D. Spivak to S. Werman, 1912 August 16
Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Spivak to Sam Werman, informing his stay in the sanatorium will be terminated on September 2nd, 1912. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from H. Schwatt to C.D. Spivak, 1911 December 25
Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Schwatt to Dr. Spivak, informing him Sam Mendelson does not do the work he is asked to, such as cleaning off the tables in the dining room. Dr. Schwatt states he is perfectly capable of doing this kind of work, and he asks Dr. Spivak to think about discharging him. Letter is signed by H. Schwatt.
Letter from H. Schwatt to C.D. Spivak, 1912 October 19
Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Schwatt to Dr. Spivak, sending him the belongings of Jacob Chayet: cash $1.75, one watch, one pair of glasses. Letter is signed by H. Schwatt.
Letter from H. Schwatt to C.D. Spivak, 1911 November 4
Typed letter from Dr. Schwatt to Dr. Spivak, stating Harry Minden (case #1358) has been sick for 4 years and J. Lippner (case #1363) for 11 years. Letter is signed by H. Schwatt.
Letter from H. Schwatt to C.D. Spivak, 1911 September 9
Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Schwatt to Dr. Spivak, stating the name of the secretary of the lodge that Ruben Paul belongs is Mr. Cohen, 2019 Ashland Str., Chicago Ill., lodge #3. Letter is signed by H. Schwatt.