From Nancy C. Russell to Mr. I. W. Church, May 1, 1928

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Identifier: TU2009.39.1235

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Description

Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Mr. I. W. Church dated May 1, 1928 wanting a new deed to Charles M. Russell's studio written up so she may give the property to the city of Great Falls.

Transcript

May 1, 1 9 2 8 Mr. I. W. Church, Ford Bldg., Great Falls, Mont. Dear Jerry: When I did get around to reading the deed and transfer, by some oversight, there was no mention of Charlie’s gift or oft-expressed desire that his studio and its contents be given to the city. We want that incorporated in the deed so that it will be recorded for the generations that are coming to know that Charlie himself wanted the people to have his studio and, therefore, gave it to them. Just as soon as we get the gift deed ready (it will make, of course, two deeds, in- stead of one), I will send them on to you. Mrs. Trigg and Josephine arrived here yesterday and I am so glad to have them. It seems fine to have some old time friends near me. I’m pretty old to start out making new friends in a new country but sometimes a fellow has to do a lot of things he doesn’t want to do. My kindest regards to you and to your family. Sincerely, NCR:ED

[Transcript by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-09-28]

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Dates

May 1, 1928

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).