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 Nathan Waxman to Dr. C. D. Spivak, 1906 December 6
Typed letter from Nathan Waxman to Dr. C. D. Spivak, on December 6, 1906. The letter thanks Dr. Spivak for admitting Annie Herman to the Sanatorium. The letter is signed Henry Waxman.
Letter from New York Consumptive Relief League, 20 November 1911
Letter from New York Consumptive Relief League to Dr. C.D. Spivak concerning the bill for Herman Steiner's stay at JCRS. The letter expressed the New York Consumptive Relief League could not pay the entire bill but would be sending a check for $25 dollars towards the balance.
Letter from Nicholas Aleinikoff to JCRS, 1905 October 10
Handwritten letter from Nicholas Aleinikoff to JCRS, October 10, 1905. The letter endorses the application of Frank Shoob. The letter is signed N. Aleinikoff.
Letter from Nicholas Aleinikoff to JCRS, 1905 November 7
Typed letter from JCRS to Nicholas Aleinikoff, 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 O. Leonard to C.D. Spivak, 1913 January 14
Typed letter with United Jewish Educational and Charitable Association letterhead from Oscar Leonard to Dr. Spivak, asking him if Danielg Goldberg should stay in Denver or go back to St. Louis. Letter is signed by Oscar Leonard.
Letter from O. Leonard to C.D. Spivak, 1913 February 4
Typed letter with United Jewish Educational and Charitable Association letterhead from Oscar Leonard to Dr. Spivak, thanking him for extending Daniel Goldberg's stay in the sanatorium. He also mentions Mr. Barnholtz will look after him. Letter is signed by Oscar Leonard.
Letter from O.M. Shere to JCRS, 1905 December 21
Handwritten letter from O.M. Shere to JCRS, dated December 21, 1905. The letter thanks JCRS for consideration of Joseph Jaffe. The letter is signed O.M. Shere.
Letter from P. Hillkowitz to F. Taussig, 1912 November 25
Letter from P. Hillkowitz, President of JCRS to F. Taussig. Hillkowitz copied a statement from H. Schwatt that explains Reeder’s condition and why it would be best for her to remain in Denver. Hillkowitz continues to quote from Schwatt that Reeder would not be able to work in Denver or Chicago as well.
Letter from P. Schkolnick to H. Schwatt, 1911 December 26
Handwritten letter from Mrs. Pauline Schkolnick to C.D. Spivak. Mrs. Schkolnick asks Spivak to send her the death certificate of Adolph Schkolnick. She asks Spivak to not refuse her request and writes a postscript reminding Spivak that Adolph died on December 20, 1911.
Letter from P.A. Siegelstein to C.D. Spivak, 1907 December 26
Letter from Dr. P.A. Siegelstein to C.D. Spivak. Siegelstein tells Spivak that Mr. Ignatz Greenberg was examined by doctor and told to go to Denver in search of better health. Siegelstein asks Spivak if he can provide shelter to Greenberg while he is in Denver. Siegelstein also reminds Spivak that this is the second case he has recommended to JCRS since they became members of JCRS. He tells Spivak that their annual contribution with be forwarded to JCRS early next month.