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From Malcolm MacKay to Nancy C. and Charles M. Russell, September 28, 1926

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.2222.1-2

Description

Handwritten, from Malcolm MacKay, September 28, 1926, asks for a new picture to be made.

Transcript

[1] Sept 28th 26 Dear Folks – Doubleday Page have at last settled for “Jerked down” and so, I am handing it ^(the money)^ on to you – with the request that Charley turn himself loose on another one, for me – I would like it the same size as “Jerked Down”, But an entirely different picture – I would like it to be a roping picture, with at least one man Just throwing (I mean at the ^exact second^ minute the rope is to leave his fingers) I would like him roping a full size steer – I would like him to be riding at top speed – down hill. all the rest I leave to Charley – I am sending [2] the money to you now for two reasons first because I have the money now and may not have it so conveniently six months from now ---- Secondly because you may be able to find it handy after just going through the expense of Charleys operation ---- I am tickled to death that you have promised to come to the [symbol of brand or u bisected by L] outfit next summer--- Just Just write me a letter saying that you have read my letter and the check With every good wish to you both [signed] Malcolm S. Mackay

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

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Dates

  • September 28, 1926

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: 10 1/2 × 8 1/4 in. (26.7 × 21 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.5.30j (Colorado Springs number)

Creator

Repository Details

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

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