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 Samuel Satuloff, 1905 September 2
Typed letter from JCRS to Samuel Satuloff, dated September 2, 1905. The letter informs that Linna Teplisca has been accepted to the JCRS sanatorium. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, 1905 November 11
Typed letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, dated November 11, 1905. The letter informs that Gabriel Bernhard has been accepted to the JCRS sanatorium, and requests his address so that he can be notified. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, 1906 April 13
Typed letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, dated April 13, 1906. The letter informs that Gabriel Bernhard is gaining weight and strength, but that it is still too soon to project when he might be released. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, 1906 May 5
Typed letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, dated May 5, 1906. The letter informs that Gabriel Bernhard is steadily improving, and that a future physical examination will give a better idea about when he will be discharged. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Julius Guttmann, dated February 24, 1910. The letter inquires after the current status of Gabriel Bernhard. The letter is signed C.D. Spivak.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Bernhard, 1910 February 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Julius Guttmann, dated February 24, 1910. The letter inquires after the current status of Gabriel Bernhard. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Sarah Mendalowitz, 1906 November 10
Typed letter from JCRS to Sarah Mendalowitz, on Nov. 10, 1906. The letter informs Sarah Mendalowitz that Mr. Julius Gruber has been admitted to the Sanatorium The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Saturday and Sunday Hospital Fund, 1906 March 30
Typed letter from JCRS to Saturday & Sunday Hospital Fund, dated March 30, 1906. The letter gives and update on the condition of Nathan Rabinowitz, and requests and additional two weeks' stay for him at the Mercy Hospital. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Saturday & Sunday Hospital Fund, 1906 March 21
Typed letter from JCRS to Saturday & Sunday Hospital Fund, dated March 21, 1906. The letter is written in regards to Nathan Rabinowitz, who had to be taken to Mercy Hospital unexpectedly due to inflammation of his ears. The letter requests that a permit be issued for his admission dated to the date he was taken there. The letter is unsigned, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.
Letter from JCRS to Secretary of Baron Hirsch Lodge #8, I.O.A.I., 1906 May 24
Typed letter from JCRS to Secretary of Baron Hirsch Lodge #8, I.O.A.I., May 24, 1906. The letter informs the Lodge that Mr. Benjamin Feinberg has been invited to re-enter the Sanatorium. The letter is not signed, but "Secretary" is typed at the bottom.