From Nancy C. Russell to Charles and Vera, April 11, 1931

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.960

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Charles and Vera; thanks them for the letter telling her where they stand, in reply to the memory of Charles M. Russell. Handwritten.

Transcript

[handwritten] April 11th 1931 Bill Dear Chas & Vera Your letter and copy of letter to Mrs Robbins just received. I don’t need to tell you how I feel because you have shown you[r] savy. I cannot be as meek about this thing as in former years. The memory of Charlie demands consideration. Bless your heart your letter shows wher you stand. May I use it in the times if they want it later I will wait to hear from you Love to you both Nancy Russell

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-11-05]

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Dates

April 11, 1931

Creator

Russell, Nancy C. (Author, Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Materials in English

Access Restrictions

Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 extent_missing

Additional Description

Credit Line

Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa

Provenance

Britzman Collection

Medium

paper

Dimensions

Overall: 5 1/2 × 8 1/2 in. (14 × 21.6 cm)

Notes

The Homer and Helen Britzman collection consists of over 10,000 objects belonging to Charles M. Russell including letters, drawings, personal belongings, photos, and other memorabilia. Homer Britzman worked extensively with Charles Russell’s wife, Nancy, to write Russell’s biography. Chain of custody: Nancy Russell, Homer and Helen Britzman, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Amon Carter (inventoried collection in 1997), Gilcrease Management Trust (will become property of TU Special Collections if management agreement between TU and the City of Tulsa is severed).