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 Sister Superior, 1907 February 16
Letter from JCRS to Sister Superior, on Feb. 16, 1907. The letter informs Sister Superior that a check is enclosed for $33.00 for board and care of Katie and Moses Rimland. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Superintendent, 1906 May 31
Typed letter from JCRS to Superintendent, on May 31, 1906. The letter informs the Superintendent that JCRS has admitted Paul Cohen to board at the Santorium until there is room in a tent. There should be room within ten days to two weeks. The letter concludes with asking the Superintendent to make sure Paul Cohen's room is paid for. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to the Hebrew Ladies Relief Association, 1905 September 9
Typed letter from JCRS to the Hebrew Ladies Relief Association, dated September 5, 1905. The letter confirms that the JCRS will work to have Flora Gordon admitted soon. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to the Hebrew Ladies Relief Association, 1905 September 20
Typed letter from JCRS to the Hebrew Ladies Relief Assocation, dated September 20, 1905. The letter acknowledges receipt of $25.00 for the HLRA "font." It notes that Flora Gordon has been invited to the sanatorium. Finally, it addresses the possibility of a Mrs. R. Kuchar coming to the sanatorium, and notes that if she is sent she must be prepared to stay on her own for several weeks until a vacancy opens. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to the Hebrew Ladies Relief Association, 1905 October 6
Typed letter from the JCRS to Hebrew Ladies Relief Association, dated October 6, 1905. The letter explains in some detail why one patient could be accepted right away, and the other could not. It ends with encouragement that should Mrs. Kuchar submit an application, all efforts would be made to admit her. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to the Isidore Hurwitz Club, 1907 March 20
Typed letter from JCRS to the Isidore Hurwitz Club, on March 20, 1907. The letter informs the club that Mr. Chas. Edelstein (Mr. Charles Edelstein) has been annoyed by some of the patients in the Sanatorium and has been acting out. The letter continues to remind the club that they should not feel guilty for this and are very much appreciated by JCRS. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to the Russian Consul General (M. of F. A. Imperial Russian Consulate), 1906 November 7
Typed letter from JCRS to the Russian Consul General (M. of F. A. Imperial Russian Consulate), on Nov. 7, 1906. The letter informs the Russian Consul General (M. of F. A. Imperial Russian Consulate) that Mr. Raisin cannot be present to be called upon his military duty. JCRS inquires additional steps to take to keep Mr. Raisin from going back to Russia. The letter is not signed.
Letter from JCRS to The Standard Granite Co., 1906 December 28
Typed letter from JCRS to the Standard Granite Co. The letter is inquiring information about creating a stone set on a grave. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to United Hebrew Charities, 1906 January 13
Typed letter from JCRS to United Hebrew Charities, dated January 13, 1906. The letter informs that Harry Fine has been accepted the to JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to United Hebrew Charities, 1906 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to United Hebrew Charities, dated February 24, 1906. The letter confirms Harry Fine's admission and death at the sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.