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 4252 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from A. Stitch to C.D. Spivak, 1912 February 21
Handwritten letter from A. Stitch to C.D. Spivak. Stitch tells Spivak that four weeks ago he sent money to have Herman Stitch’s trunk sent to New York. Stitch tells Spivak that he has not received an answer and would like Spivak to attend to the matter.
Letter from A. Zederbaum to C.D. Spivak, 1905 August 16
Handwritten letter from A. Zederbaum to C.D. Spivak, dated August 16, 1905. The letter is written to provide details of examination of Edward Lipkin, and notes that he is sicker than he appears. It is signed A. Zederbaum.
Letter from Ab Aisenberg to Doctor Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), 1907 January 27
Handwritten letter from Ab Aisenberg to Doctor Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), on Jan 27th 1907. The letter informs Doctor Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak) that Mr. Aisenberg is in very bad health and has nowhere to go. Mr. Aisenberg was staying with Mr. Levy but could not pay for his board so he was asked to leave. Mr. Aisenberg hopes that Doctor Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak) will help him out. The letter is signed Ab Aisenberg.
Letter from Abraham Lipsin to C.D. Spivak, 1905 August 9
Handwritten letter from Abraham Lipsin to C.D. Spivak, dated August 9, 1905. The letter is addressed to C.D. Spivak, and requests that he personally put in a good work for Abraham Lipsin at the committee meeting that evening for his admission to the sanatorium. The letter is signed Abraham Lipsin.
Letter from Adelaide Kaichen to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 June 4
Handwritten letter from Adelaide Kaichen to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on June 4th, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that Paul Cohen was given $1.25 per week for the couple of weeks. The letter is signed Adelaide Kaichen.
Letter from Adler's Young Men, Ind. Ass'n No. 1 to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 July 17
Handwritten letter from Adler's Young Men, Ind. Ass'n No. 1 to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on July 17, 1906. The letter thanks JCRS for admitting their member, Abraham Becker. The letter is signed A. Peisner.
Letter from Adolph Edlis to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 October 1
Typed letter from Adolph Edlis to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on 10/1/06. The letter thanks Dr. Spivak for the news and gives his best to William Miller. The letter is signed A. Edlis.
Letter from Adolph Edlis to Dr. Chas. Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), 1906 September 4
Typed letter from Adolph Edlis to Dr. Chas. Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), on Sept. 4th 06. The letter introduces William Miller and his need for medical attention. The letter is signed A. Edlis.
Letter from A.L. Kalman to C.D. Spivak, 1912 January 18
Handwritten letter from A.L. Kalman of the Roumanian Hebrew Aid Association to C.D. Spivak. Kalman asks Spivak if he can let him know about Henry Schnoor’s condition. Kalman also asks Spivak if Schnoor can be kept at the sanatorium for a few months longer. Kalman tells Spivak that the organization Schnoor belonged to in New York asked the Roumanian Hebrew Aid Association to inquire about Schnoor’s case.
Letter from Albert Herrman to Cousin Francis, 1906 August 10
Handwritten letter from Albert Herrman to Cousin Francis, on August 10th/06. The letter informs Cousin Francis of Albert Herrman's current physical condition. Albert Herrman was a patient at JCRS for a year and was discharged due to the lengthy stay. Mr. Herrman is very poor and the Jewish community of LaFayette can do no more for him. Mr. Herrman has had 4 hemorrhages since the 28th of last month. Mr. Herrman asks Cousin Frances for financial help. The letter is signed Albert Herrman.