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From Mr. Lion to John E. Lewis, October 8, 1929

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.979

Description

Letter by Mr. Lion to Mr. John E. Lewis; states that he would like Lewis's opinion on the statue of Charles M. Russell. Typed.

Transcript

October 8, 1 9 2 9. Mr. John E. Lewis, Columbia Falls, Mont. Dear Mr. Lewis: I have not heard further from you regarding the model to be cast of Mr. Russell for the State. I heard you were planning to come to California this Fall. To show how interested I am in submitting, for your approval, a model, I am going to work and have something ready to show you when you come. My best proof of interest and ability is to show you what I can do. Very truly, L:ED

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

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Dates

  • October 8, 1929

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

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).

Previous Number

C.3.98b (Colorado Springs Number)

Previous Number

C.3.98 b

Repository Details

Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository

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