From Nancy C. Russell to Christoph Keller, April 18, 1931

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Identifier: TU2009.39.975

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Rev. Christoph Keller; provides information regarding the statue of Charles M. Russell for D.C. and requests for a protest against the statue. Typed.

Transcript

Pasadena, California. April 18, 1931. Rev. Chistoph Keller, 340 Prospect Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois. Dear Mr. Keller: I want so much to have you and Katharine know about the upheaval over the model of Charlie which has been selected to be placed in the Hall of Fame in our national capital. I feel sure you people will join me in protesting when you see the cuts and if you do feel the urge to protest to any of the people on the committee, I am sure it will help as every friend of Charlie’s has the right to expect a fine piece of art which looks like him and keeps alive the memory of a strong outdoor man. Many of Charlie’s friends have sent in protests to the Governor of Montana as well as to me. I feared you people had not seen a cut and as you loved Charlie, I wanted you to know and have an opportunity to say something if you feel so inclined. My best love to you both. Sincerely, Air Mail

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-11-12]

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Dates

April 18, 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

ink on paper

Dimensions

Overall: 8 1/2 × 11 in. (21.6 × 27.9 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).