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 JCRS to Adolph Edlis, 1906 September 27
Typed letter from JCRS to Adolph Edlis, on Sept. 27, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Edlis that Mr. Wm. Miller has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Albany C. T. Lodge, No. 30, O. B. A. (Albany City Lodge, No. 30 O. B. A.), 1906 October 29
Typed letter from JCRS to Albany C. T. Lodge, No. 30, O. B. A. (Albany City Lodge, No. 30 O. B. A.), Mrs. Charlotte Heyman, on October 29th, 1906. The letter informs the lodge and Mrs. Heyman that Mr. Max Feldstein has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to American Hebrew Lodge #274, 1906 April 28
Typed letter from JCRS to American Hebrew Lodge #274, dated April 28, 1906. The letter informs that Linna Teplisca has been granted an extension of one month based on the situation of her husband. It goes further to explain the situation of the sanatorium and the reason why Linna Teplisca was discharged in the first palce. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to American Lodge #127 O.B.A., 2010 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to American Lodge #127 O.B.A., dated February 24, 2010. The letter inquires about the status of Linna Teplisca. The letter is signed by C.D. Spivak.
Letter from JCRS to American Lodge #127 O.B.A., 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to American Lodge #127 O.B.A., dated February 24, 2010. The letter inquires about the status of Linna Teplisca. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Anna Berger, 1905 November 23
Typed letter from JCRS to Anna Berger, dated November 23, 1905. The letter informs that Anna Berger has been admitted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Arthur Meyerson, 1906 June 14
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Arthur Meyerson, on August 14, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Meyerson that he has been invited to the Sanatorium, and by presenting this letter to the Superintendent within two days of date, he will be admitted. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Baron Hirsch Lodge #8, I.O.A.I., 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Baron Hirsch Lodge #8, I.O.A.I., on Feb. 24/10. The letter is inquiring information on Benj. Feinberg's where abouts and his health. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Beaconsfield Lodge #170, O.B.A., 1905 December 27
Letter from JCRS to Beckie Abrams, 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Beckie Abrams, dated February 24, 1910. The letter inquires after the status of Hyman Wolfson. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.