From George Hoffman to Nancy C. Russell, 1932

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.1863

Staff Only

Description

Handwritten, from George Hoffman, 1932, Los Angeles, encloses letter about Malcolm MacKay's death--no longer attached.

Transcript

6/13-32 Dear Mrs. Russell- I am enclosing a letter from Murray about poor Mac’s death. I haven’t recovered from the shock. Will you please return them to me when convenient- My address 408 Citizens Nat’l Bk Bldg., Los Angeles. We have lost a wonderful friend and citizen. Sincerely Yours, George B Hoffman

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-05-03]

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Dates

1932

Creator

Hoffman, George B. (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).