From Malcolm MacKay to Charles M. and Nancy C. Russell, August 30

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Identifier: TU2009.39.2239.1-3

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Description

Handwritten, from Malcolm MacKay, August 30, asking the Russells to come to NY. Folded as one would fold a card.

Transcript

[handwritten] Sheltee Island Heights NY Aug 30___ My dear Friends ___ Yes, I think you should give little old New York a look in once in a while. And while the real old time cowpunchers are kinda scarce hereabout still among the sixteen million that live within[next] [page 2] 2 shooting distance I am sure there are quite a lot who would love Charlie’s pictures, and real he man who liked the old pioneer days couldn’t help but face for them ___ And then I think from a pshycoligical[sic] standpoint it would be a good year for time are not bad here and a presidential year is always one which the party[next] [page 3] 3 in power makes a prosperous one for every body if they possibly can_ note, how the price of wheat, corn, oat, have jumped __ note how easy money is here in NY. We do want to see you all so much, and bring the boy along I think he’d have a good out at Tenalfy. With every good wish to you both and hoping to see you soon I am Sincerely Malcolm S. MacKay

[Transcribed by Melynda Seaton, 2011-10-12]

Transcript (HTML)

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Dates

August 30

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: 7 1/2 × 12 in. (19.1 × 30.5 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).