Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Dr. Francis R. Hagner dated 24 April 1931; tells Hagner that enclosed is a 'Times' editorial of the controversy over the Charles M. Russell statue and states that she would appreciate any suggestions that he might have.

Pasadena, California. April 24, 1931. Dr. Francis R. Hagner, 1824 Nineteenth N. W. Washington, D. C. Dear Dr. Hagner: I am enclosing an editorial from the “Times” which I am sure you will be interested in since Mr. Mal- colm MacKay told you of the controversy over the statue which is to represent Charlie in the Na- tional Hall of Fame. Newspaper articles are harsh but the editors of the “Times” consider a national thing and are not easy on the individual. This is so much bigger than any one individual in this case that we have to take what they give. How I should like to be where you people could talk to me and give me suggestions that I might be able to help to show Montana where she should reconsider and choose a truly worthy thing to represent our Charlie. I know how you loved Charlie and how he loved you in the short time you knew each other so any suggestions from you will be so gladly received. Sincerely, Encl.

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-12-04]