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From Mary Campbell to Nancy C. Russell, November 24, 1917

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.2185.1-4

Description

Handwritten, from Mary Campbell, November 24, 1917, friendly letter, they are moving and looking forward to Charles M. Russell's picture. Folded as one would fold a card.

Transcript

[1] Nov 24th 1115 – 8th Ave. W. Calgary Alta My dear Mrs Russell Am sorry I did not answer your letter before this, but as you will see, I have been moving and was busy packing when your letter arrived, and Mr. Campbell was and still is away from home he is waiting for me to get [2] comfortably settled befor[sic] he will come in, as soon as he comes he will write to you about- the picture- I am so anxious to see it I like the one I have better all the time- How is your small family? mine are flourishing – I’ll send you my baby’s photo he will be four in the spring. I have a dreadfull[sic] pen & can hardly write. Am having quite a time getting settled, & everything is such a price, am only staying here untill[sic] spring. [3] when we will return to the Ranch. Remember me to Mr. Russell yours Sincerely [signed] Mary Campbell

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-08-10]

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Dates

  • November 24, 1917

Creator

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

Credit Line

Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa

Provenance

Britzman Collection

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

Overall: 6 1/4 × 5 in. (15.9 × 12.7 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).

Previous Number

C.5.21a (Colorado Springs number)

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository

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