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 Dr. Wm. Hillkowitz to JCRS
Handwritten letter from Dr. Wm. Hillkowitz to JCRS, undated. The letter introduces Harry Weinstein and explains that he would like to be taken in, under the care of JCRS. The letter is signed Wm. Hillkowitz.
Letter from E. Friedman to C.D. Spivak, 1911 August 7
Handwritten letter from Emanuel Friedman to Dr. Spivak, asking him to admit Max Bieler as an emergency case. Letter is signed by E. Friedman.
Letter from E. Minden to C.D. Spivak, 1911 October 25
Handwritten letter from Ella Minden to Dr. Spivak, thanking him for admitting her husband, Harry Minden, to the sanatorium. Letter is signed by Mrs. Ella Minden.
Letter from Edward Blau to Dr. A. D. Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), 1907 April 24
Typed letter from Edward Blau to Dr. A. D. Spivak (Dr. C. D. Spivak), on Apr. 24. 1907. The letter informs Dr. Spivak that a copy of the letter sent is enclosed. The original may have been miscarried. The letter is signed E Blau.
Letter from Edward Blau to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1907 June 22
Handwritten letter from Edward Blau to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on June 22 1907. The letter inquires information about Miss Hruschka's new husband, Mr. Kokush, and if he will be able to support a wife. The letter is signed Edward Blau.
Letter from Edward Blau to JCRS, 1907 July 9
Typed letter from Edward Blau to JCRS, on July 9 1907. The letter thanks JCRS for looking into the proposal and informs JCRS that Mr. Blau has written to Mr. Kokush for more information. The letter is signed Edward Blau.
Letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak, 1911 September 20
Thank you letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak. On behalf of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society, Gross thanks Spivak for admitting Schwartz so quickly. Gross tells Spivak that her society will always be grateful for Spivak and JCRS.
Letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak, 1911 August 23
Letter from E.H. Gross to C.D. Spivak, 1911 September 4
Letter from Mrs. E.H. Gross of the Ladies Montefiore Aid Society to C.D. Spivak. Gross tells Spivak that they have succeeded in finding shelter for Mrs. Schwartz until she is able to be admitted to the sanatorium in Denver. Gross tells Spivak that Mrs. Porter will send someone to meet Schwartz at the train and help ensure Schwartz is registered at JCRS. Gross informs Spivak that Schwartz leaves on Tuesday, September 5th at 4:00 PM.
Letter from Emanuel Friedman to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 October 26
Handwritten letter from Emanuel Friedman to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on Oct. 26, 06. The letter informs Dr. Spivak of Mr. Abe Fishman and his health is in need of some attention. The letter is signed E. Fishman.