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 Mrs. Annie Brown, 1906 September 27
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Annie Brown, on Sept. 27, 1906. The letter informs Mrs. Brown that she has been invited to the Sanatorium, and by presenting this letter within the next two or three days to be admitted. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Applebaum, 1910 February 25
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Applebaum, dated February 25, 1910. The letter requests information on Edward Grissman's status. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. B. Fineberg (Mrs. Bela Feinberg), 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. B. Fineberg (Mrs. Bela Feinberg), on Feb. 24/10. The letter inquires information on Mr. Benjamin Feinberg's health and where he is. The letter is signed C. D. Spivak. The letter includes a stamped return envelope.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bassie Tabochnick
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bassie Tobachnick, undated. The letter informs Mrs. Tobachnick that JCRS has Mr. Tobachnick's watchm memorandum book, pocket book, and letters. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bela Feinberg, 1905 July 7
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bela Feinberg, on July 7th, 1905. The letter informs Mrs. Feinberg that her husband has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bruchs, 1907 May 14
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Bruchs, on May 14th, 1907. The letter inquires Mrs. Brucha to grant Mr. Joseph Lelansky (Mr. George Lelansky) a half rate fare to Auburn, Maine, for his improvement was not sufficient to warrant his stay at JCRS any longer. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Charlotte, 1906 May 23
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Charlotte, on May 23, 1906. The letter informs Mrs. Charolette that her husband, Susman Cholit, is in critical condition. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Ester Feier, 1906 September 22
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Ester Feier, on Sept. 22, 1906. The letter informs Mrs. Feier that her husband, Mr. Jacob Feier, has been admitted to enter the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Ester Feier, 1906 October 13
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Ester Feier, on Oct. 13, 1906. The letter informs Mrs. Feier of her husband's physical condition. Mr. Feier is improving and is in a favorable condition. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mrs. Fannie Libovitch, 1906 July 23
Typed letter from JCRS to Mrs. Fannie Libovitch, on July 23, 1906. The letter informs Mrs. Libovitch that she has been invited to the Sanatorium, and by presenting this letter within two days to the Superintendent you will be admitted and made comfortable. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.