From Nancy C. Russell to Governor J. E. Erickson, April 24, 1931

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Identifier: TU2009.39.1009

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Description

Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Governor J. E. Erickson dated 24 April 1931 states that she has heard that none of the models submitted are suitable for Charles M. Russell yet and asks if it is possible to delay the decision until a worthy model is produced. Typed with Nancy C. Russell's name signed toward the bottom in pencil.

Transcript

Pasadena, California April 24, 1931. Governor J. E. Erickson, H e l e n a, Montana. My dear Governor Erickson: A clipping from a Helena paper of April 12th, showed me you received my telegram protesting the model chosen by the Commission. I had hoped so that Montana would reconsider the model that is to represent Charlie for all time in our National Hall of Fame. From what I have been able to learn none of the models submitted are worthy to fill that niche. Isn’t it possible to have the Commission delay until something truly fine and worthy is produced? I have no desire to dictated who should make that model but my one and only thought is that it be worthy or Montana and a likeness of Charlie as we want to re- member him. I am enclosing an editorial which concerns the nation. Sincerely, [signed] Nancy C. Russell Encl.

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-11-26]

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Dates

April 24, 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).