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Spivak, C. D. (Charles D.), 1861-1927

 Person

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 4249 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Rosenthal, 1911 November 27

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0169.00011
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to M. Rosenthal, informing him Tony Friedman was admitted to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1911 November 27
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1987 Tony Friedman

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Rothenberg, 1907 May 29

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0166.00007
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Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Spivak to Moses Rothenberg, inviting him to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1907 May 29
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1985 Moses Rothenberg

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Rothenberg, 1907 December 30

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0166.00012
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Moses Rothenberg, stating his stay in the sanatorium will be terminated on January 20, 1908. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1907 December 30
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1985 Moses Rothenberg

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Rothenberg, 1912 February 12

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0166.00022
Abstract

Typed letter with JCRS letterhead from Dr. Spivak to Moses Rothenberg, inviting him to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at bottom.

Dates: 1912 February 12
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1985 Moses Rothenberg

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. S. Solomon, 1911 October 16

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0131.00008
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Mr. and Mrs. M. S. Solomon, informing them Anna Rosenberg was invited to the sanatorium. Letter is unsigned but "CDS" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1911 October 16
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1929 Anna Rosenberg

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Schaeffer, 1911 November 20

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0171.00008
Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Max Schaeffer regarding his admission to the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society. Spivak is pleased to inform Schaeffer that the Admission and Dismission Committee of the JCRS extends an invitation to come to the sanatorium. Spivak also provides instructions when accepting the offer. Schaeffer must present the letter to the superintendent of JCRS within two days and between the hours of 2 P.M. to 4 P.M., except on Saturdays and Sundays. He also writes a...
Dates: 1911 November 20
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1989 Max Schaeffer

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Schaeffer, 1912 July 31

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0171.00019
Abstract

Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Max Schaeffer. Spivak tells Schaeffer that he listed the I.O.B.A lodge on his application, but does not list a name or address to contact the lodge. Spivak asks Schaeffer to provide those details on the enclosed postcard and to send it back immediately.

Dates: 1912 July 31
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1989 Max Schaeffer

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Schaeffer, 1912 August 16

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0171.00021
Abstract Typed letter from C.D. Spivak to Max Schaeffer. Spivak wrote on behalf of the Admission and Dismisson Committee to remind Schaeffer that his stay at the sanatorium will terminate on September 16th, 1912. He asked Schaeffer to make all preparations needed to leave by that date. He also stated that he would like Schaeffer to keep JCRS up to date regarding his health. He hopes that Schaeffer's health continues to improve outside of the sanatorium. The letter is signed "Secretary" at the...
Dates: 1912 August 16
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1989 Max Schaeffer

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Schneiber, 1912 March 30

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0152.00015
Abstract Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Schneiber. Spivak tells Schneiber that he does not really know how he can help her regarding David Gordon’s case. Spivak explains that Gordon left the sanatorium on March 3, 1912 after about five months of treatment. Spivak tells Schneiber that he received a letter from Gordon on March 17, 1912 that stated he felt much better in Tucson. Spivak reminds Schneiber that JCRS cannot do much more for him than the Jewish Aid Society can. He imagines the Jewish...
Dates: 1912 March 30
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1963 David Gordon

Letter from C.D. Spivak to M. Shapiro, 1912 November 5

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Identifier: B002.01.0104.0126.00012
Abstract

Typed letter from Dr. Spivak to Morris Shapiro, stating they won't discharge Daniel Goldberg for now. Letter is unsigned but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.

Dates: 1912 November 5
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / B002, Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society Records / Patient Records / Box 104 - Patient admit dates: March 1911-November 1911 / JCRS Patient #1923 Daniel Goldberg

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