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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 567 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig, 1913 March 26

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0153.00026
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Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig. Spivak tells Taussig that Fanny will probably be leaving Denver for Chicago tomorrow.

Dates: 1913 March 26

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig, 1913 March 27

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0153.00027
Abstract Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig. Spivak tells Taussig that Fanny Reeder is leaving Denver on the Burlington Friday, March 28th at 8:55 AM. Spivak says that Reeder should arrive in Chicago by Saturday, March 29th at 2:25 PM. Spivak tells Taussig that JCRS gave Reeder a railroad ticket that amounted to $22.60, as well as $6.00 in cash for expenses. Spivak finishes the letter by stating that Reeder sent a letter by special delivery to her brother so that she has someone to meet her at the...
Dates: 1913 March 27

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig, 1913 May 10

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0153.00029
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Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig. Spivak tells Taussig the JCRS has advanced Fanny Reeder's expenses to Taussig.

Dates: 1913 May 10

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig, 1913 May 19

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0153.00031
Abstract

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F. Taussig. Spivak thanks Taussig for the check of $22.60 to cover Fanny Reeder’s travel expenses. Spivak tells Taussig that the bill actually amounted to $28.60 because JCRS gave Reeder $6.00 in cash for meals. Spivak tells Taussig that he has advanced that amount from his own funds.

Dates: 1913 May 19

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F.E. Shapiro, 1911 September 5

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0151.00008
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to F.E. Shapiro informing her that Henry Schnoor was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 September 5

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F.E. Shapiro, 1911 September 28

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0154.00006
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Mrs. F.E. Shapiro informing her that Jennie Batchofsky was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 September 28

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F.E. Shapiro, 1911 February 22

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0134.00015
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Florence E. Shapiro, informing her the following patients were invited to the sanatorium: Samuel Abrmowitz, Max Bieler, Morris Rabinowitz, and Fannie Kroll. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 February 22

Letter from C.D. Spivak to F.E. Shapiro, 1911 August 24

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0133.00006
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Florence E. Shapiro, informing her Morris Wang and Isaac Harrison were invited to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 August 24

Letter from C.D. Spivak to G. Blumenthal, 1911 December 4

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0130.00010
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Goldie Blumenthal, informing her husband, Harry Blumenthal, was invited to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 December 4

Letter from C.D. Spivak to G. Blumenthal, 1912 April 25

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0130.00012
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Goldie Blumenthal, informing her husband is very sick and is not showing any signs of improvement. He also states his physicians in Maine did not realize how sick he was. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1912 April 25