From Nancy C. Russell to J.W. Phalon, June 2, 1924

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2253

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Description

Handwritten, from Nancy C. Russell, June 2, 1924, release of copyright on the Lewis and Clark painting.

Transcript

Pasadena Calif June 2nd 1924 Reference No. 2 J.W. Phalon Great Northern Railway Co Los Angeles, Calif. Dear Sir _ We release the copyright on the Lewis & Clark painting that hangs in the House of Representatives in the State Capitol. Helena Mont. This release is only for the reproduction to be used in the fine booklet of the Oriental Limited- This confirms my telephone conversation with your Mr. Hay on Saturday last. Very truly, [signed] Mrs. C.M. Russell

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

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Dates

June 2, 1924

Creator

Russell, Nancy C. (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: 10 × 7 3/4 in. (25.4 × 19.7 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).