From Nancy C. Russell to Mrs. Vesta D. Robbins, May 27, 1929

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Identifier: TU2009.39.1180

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Description

Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Mrs. Vesta D. Robbins dated May 27, 1929 expressing her approval of the fact that a woman is on the committee to complete the statue of Charles M. Russell for the Hall of Statuary in D.C.

Transcript

May 27, 1929. Mrs. Vesta D. Robbins, Belt, Mont. Dear Mrs. Robbins: Joe de Yong forwarded me your letter of May 18th. It’s so fine that a woman has been chosen to serve on that Committee and you will enjoy the work, too. There are so many different lights and sides to be consider- ed. The three men you mention, who are to serve with you, are all fine men. I’m so happy because they are all friends of Charlie and will love the privilege of placing this Memorial to him. I hope it will be possible for me to be of some service. I want to be, if I can. I will be in Montana by June 20th and Belton, Montana, will be my postoffice [sic]. If I can help in the least little way, please give me that privilege. Sincerely, NCR:ED

[Transcript by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-09-10]

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Dates

May 27, 1929

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).