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 Dr. Emanuel Friedman, 1906 August 6
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. Emanuel Friedman, August 6, 1906. The letter inquires his professional opinion on Mr. Benjamin Feinberg's physical condition as well as if he should have his family move to Denver. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. Esther A. Ryerson, 1907 July 29
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. Esther A. Ryerson, on July 29, 1907. The letter informs Dr. Ryerson that JCRS wrote to Mess. (,) Sher, and Mr. Fishman to give them permission to take their meals at the Sanatorium from August 1st until August 15th. The letter informs Dr. Ryerson not to send in their discharge cards until August 15th, so that the institution will get credit for their stay. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. H. Schwatt, 1911 December 18
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. H. Schwatt, on Dec. 18th, 1911. The letter informs JCRS that the enclosed letters in re Moses Rindsberg and Harris Weinstein are self explanatory. The letter concludes to give whatever information JCRS can and oblige. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. J. B. Fish, 1909 July 6
Letter from JCRS to Dr. John Elsner, 1906 November 5
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. John Elsner, on 5th, November 1906. The letter informs Dr. Elsner that Mr. Harry Herrman (Mr. Albert Herrman) has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. John Elsner, 1909 April 16
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. John Elsner, on Apr. 16, 1909. The letter informs Dr. Elsner of Mr. Albert Herrman's whereabouts and his precarious state of health and finances. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. Lee K. Frankel, 1906 August 27
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. Lee K. Frankel, on August 27, 1906. The letter informs Dr. Frankel that JCRS has written to Mr. Herrman and invited him to come to the office to apply for admittance. The letter concludes with acknowledging the weekly payment Mr. Herrman's family is willing to make and inform Dr. Frankel that JCRS is a charitable institution, that will take donations only. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. Lee K. Frankel, 1906 November 5
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. Lee K. Frankel, on 5th, November 1906. The letter informs Dr. Frankel that Albert Herrman has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Dr. M. A. Cohn, 1906 June 2
Letter from JCRS to Dr. M. R. Smirnow, 1907 March 20
Typed letter from JCRS to Dr. M. R. Smirnow, on March 20, 1907. The letter informs Dr. Smirnow that Mr. Charles Edelstein came to JCRS asking to be re-admitted and to stay until after Passover. Although, he has left several times and has not showed up for admittance, JCRS wants to give him another chance. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.