From Malcolm MacKay to Nancy C. and Charles M. Russell, October 29, 1921

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2217.1-2

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Description

Handwritten, Malcolm MacKay, October 29, 1921, idea for canvas above his fireplace, could it be ready by Christmas?

Transcript

[1] Oct 29th, 21 Dear Folks – Referring to the picture for over the fire place in our Russell Room, it is my belief that a poster on canvas copying as near as possible Charlies post card picture “ I savy these Folks – Here how to me and my friends the same to you and yours" would be fine and dandy- This would suit me to death and if it sounds right to you and Charlie why go right ahead – We had a [2] dandy summer at the ranch this year and our only regret was that you and Charly[sic] did not “Git[sic] down and come in” – Try it on next year if only for a week – Proud to hear the pictures are coming into their own – Truth and real merit allways[sic] prevail if given time enough. I do wish Charly[sic] could get this poster done before Christmas time as the room need’s that space filled up badly- Our kindest to you all [signed] Malcolm S. Mackay

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-08-22]

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Dates

October 29, 1921

Creator

Mackay, Malcolm S. (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).