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 4249 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from JCRS to Jacob Gordin, 1905 November 2
Typed letter from JCRS to Jacob Gordin, dated November 2, 1905. The letter informs that Benjamin Feinman has been admitted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jacob Greenberg, 1906 September 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Jacob Greenberg, on Sept. 24, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Greenberg that since he will not participate in light work, he will be terminated October 1st, 1906. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jacob P. Adler, 1905 September 8
Typed letter from JCRS to Jacob P. Adler, dated September 8, 1905. The letter informs that Max Sharlott has been admitted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jehuda Halevy Lodge #204, I.O.B.A., 1905 December 27
Typed letter from JCRS to Jehuda Halevy Lodge #204, I.O.B.A., dated December 27, 1905. The letter informs that William Schaffer has been admitted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jennie Shoob, 1905 November 11
Typed letter from JCRS to Jennie Shoob, dated November 7, 1905. The letter informs that Frank Shoob has been admitted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jewish Relief Society, 1905 September 7
Typed letter from JCRS to Jewish Relief Society, dated September 7, 1905. The letter informs of the admission of Edward Grissman to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jewish Relief Society, 1910 February 25
Typed letter from JCRS to Jewish Relief Society, 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 Jewish Relief Society, 1906 May 19
Typed letter from JCRS to Gabriel Bernhard, dated May 19, 1906. The letter requests half-rate transportation for Gabriel Bernhard. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jonas Lebowitz, 1907 March 1
Letter from JCRS to Jonas Lebowitz, dated March 1, 1907. The letter notes that Lebowtiz's request for an extension to his stay has been granted by a period of one week. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Jonas Lebowitz, 1907 February 21
Letter from JCRS to Jonas Lebowitz, dated February 21, 1907. The letter informs that because of his improved condition, Lebowitz will be end on March 5, 1907. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.