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 Mr. Desser, 1906 May 22
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Desser, on May 22, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Desser that Mr. Louis Tachner has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is signed C. D. Spivak.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Desser, 1906 May 22
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Desser, on May 22, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Desser that Mr. Louis Tachner has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Edward Blau, 1907 April 22
Typed letter from JRCS to Mr. Edward Blau, on April 22, 1907. The letter informs Mr. Blau that Miss Carrie Hruschka is not doing very well and will not be discharged until seen fit to do so. The letter concludes that Miss Hruschka could use some pocket money. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Edward Blau, 1907 May 4
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Edward Blau, on May 4th, 1907. The letter informs Mr. Blau that JCRS has received the letter. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Edward Blau, 1907 July 3
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Edward Blau, on July 3, 1907. The letter informs Mr. Blau that JCRS interviewd both Miss Hruschka and Mr. Kokush, and there was misunderstanding of a proposal between the two of them. Miss Hruschka was under the impression that Mr. Kokush was going to marry her and care for her in California. Mr. Kokush informed JCRS that this was not correct and he is in no condition to propose. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Greenbaum, 1906 May 29
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Greenbaum, on May 29, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Greenbaum that JCRS has decided to admit him to the Sanatorium. The letter directs Mr. Greenbaum to present this letter within two days to the Superintendent to be admitted. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Greenbaum, 1907 February 21
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Greenbaum, on Feb. 21, 1907. The letter informs Mr. Greenbaum that his health has improved during his stay and he can take up a healthful occupation. He will be terminated Mar. 5th, 1907. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Zimberoff, 1906 May 29
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Eli Zimberoff, on May 29, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Zimberoff that he has been invited to enter the Sanatorium, and by presenting this letter to the Superintendent within two days of date, he will be admitted. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Ernest Abeles, 1907 January 30
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Ernest Abeles, on Jan. 30, 1907. The letter informs Mr. Abeles that Mr. A. Aisenberg has been admitted to the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Mr. Ernest Oppi, 1906 May 29
Typed letter from JCRS to Mr. Ernest Oppi, on May 29, 1906. The letter informs Mr. Oppi that he has been admitted to the Sanatorium, and to present this letter within two days of date to the Superintendent to be admitted. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.