From Nancy C. Russell to Judge James W. Bollinger, January 14, 1920

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Identifier: TU2009.39.1110

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Description

Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Judge Bollinger dated January 14, 1920 acknowledging the receipt of letter and check for $12.75 and their trip plans for California.

Transcript

January 14th, 1920. Hon. Jas. W. Bollinger, Putnam Building, Davenport, Iowa Dear Judge: Your letter of January 8th re- ceived with enclosed check for $12.75. I am sorry to say up to date the “Three Wise Camels” is not doing very well, But they will be O.K. Charlie made a sketch of Miss Trigg’s picture and when we get to Los Angeles I am sure we will find the right kind of material to work on. Then Charlie will have No trouble. We are leaving for Santa Monica Sunday morning. We have rented a house there and are taking Jack and his nurse with us so we are looking for a real rest for a t [sic] least part of the family. Will write to you as soon as the picture is moving along. With regards from us both, we are Sincerely,

[Transcript by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-08-28]

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Dates

January 14, 1920

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: 11 × 8 1/2 in. (27.9 × 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).