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 3915 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from JCRS to Whom It May Concern, 1906 November 19
Typed letter from JCRS to Whom It May Concern, on Nov. 19, 1906. The letter certifies that Mr. Jacob Greenberg is suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis, and has been an inmated of the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Whom It May Concern, 1906 December 7
Typed letter from JCRS to Whom It May Concern, on Dec. 7, 1906. The letter states that Mr. Benjamin Fineberg's (Benjamin Feinberg's) health has reversed and he is not doing well. His family was going to travel to Denver but JCRS recommends that they stay put. Mr. Feinberg wishes to return to his family. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from Jehuda Halevi Lodge #203 to JCRS, 1905 December 30
Handwritten letter from Jehuda Halevi Lodge #203 to JCRS, dated December 30, 1905. The letter expresses gratitude that William Schaffer was accepted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is signed S. Popper.
Letter From Jennie M. Murphy to Dr. C.D. Spivak, 17 September 1917
Letter from patient Jennie M. Murphy to Dr. Spivak acknowledging the letter she received requesting she pay a $1 balance. The letter also thanks everyone at the sanatorium for their kindness.
Letter from Jennie Shoob to JCRS, 1905 November 15
Handwritten letter from Jennie Shoob to JCRS, dated November 15, 1905. The letter gives thanks for the admission of Frank Shoob to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is signed Mrs. Jennie Shoob.
Letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, 1905 September 5
Handwritten letter from Jewish Relief Socity to JCRS, dated September 5, 1905. The letter references an enclosed application and begs a prompt and favorable decision. The letter is signed D. Kline, Pres.
Letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, 1905 September 12
Handwritten letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, dated September 12, 1905. The letter gives thanks for the notification of Edward Grissman's admission to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is signed Mrs. Plessner.
Letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, 1910 March 1
Typed letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, dated March 1, 1910. The letter regrets to inform that no records about Edward Grissman exist. The letter is signed: (Mrs. L) Reba H. Bruck.
Letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, 1905 October 13
Handwritten letter from Jewish Relief Society to JCRS, dated October 13, 1905. The letter notes Wolff Woldman has arrived in Denver in poor health and with few resources, and recommends that he be admitted to the JCRS hospital soon. The letter is signed by D. Kline, Pres., and Mrs. Louis Plessner.