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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 A. Rapaport, 1910 December 13

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0155.00004
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Abraham Rapaport informing him that his brother, Nathan Rapaport was invited for admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak trusts that Rapaport’s stay at JCRS will be beneficial for his health. He signs the letter "Secretary" at the bottom.

Dates: 1910 December 13

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Rosenberg, 1911 October 13

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0131.00006
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Anna Rosenberg, inviting her to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 October 13

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Rothenberg, 1912 March 22

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0166.00028
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Abraham Rothenberg, informing him the clinical state of his brother, Moses Rothenberg's, lungs is not very good yet he had shown a great deal of improvement since he started in the sanatorium and gained some weight. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1912 March 22

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Shapiro, 1911 August 16

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0135.00004
Abstract

2 pages typed letter from Dr. Spivak to A. Shapiro, stating the national directors should contact him first before sending patients to Denver, because the sanatorium is always crowded and patients should wait for their turn. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 August 16

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Shapiro, 1911 August 29

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0135.00008
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Aaron Shapiro, saying Tillie Gleaner was a very sick woman, so they had to let her go. "She probably wanted to die near her folks." Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 August 29

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Siegel, 1911 October 16

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0167.00004
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Abraham Siegel, asking what is the name and address of the Secretary of Pride of Chicago Lodge #220 O.B.A. which his wife, Bailie Siegel, is a member. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1911 October 16

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Siegel, 1911 November 16

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0167.00007
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Abraham Siegel, informing his wife, Bailie Siegel, was invited to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1911 November 16

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch, 1912 January 11

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0159.00013
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch. Spivak tells Stitch that he will send the belongings to him as early as possible.

Dates: 1912 January 11

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch, 1912 January 23

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0159.00016
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch Spivak informs Stitch that the railroad companies do not want to ship Herman Stitch’s trunk. Spivak also asks Stitch to send $5.73 to cover the cost of the shipment.

Dates: 1912 January 23

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch, 1912 February 27

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0159.00021
Abstract

Letter from C.D. Spivak to A. Stitch. Spivak tells Stitch that the trunk has been shipped and should have already arrived at its destination. Spivak enclosed three keys to the trunk.

Dates: 1912 February 27