From Nancy C. Russell to Mr. Lewis Heitman, November 1, 1929

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2440

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Mr. Lewis Heitman; states that she has mailed his pictures. Typed.

Transcript

November 1, 1929 Mr. Lewis Heitman Helena, Montana Dear Mr. Heitman: Your letter of October 26th received. Regarding the standing of the Biltmore Salon, it is one of the best ones I Los Angeles and Mr. Cowie is a sincere sort of person who would take an interest, I think, in anything that was Mr. Russell’s. You need have no fear about the safety of your pictures if sent to them, although he might have difficulty in selling them as I imagine they are very old and many of Charlie’s older things do not appeal to people as much as his later work, but there is always someone who wants them and the Biltmore has more oppor- tunity to meet those people than anyone I know. I trust you will dispose of them as you desire. Very truly, NCR: ED

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2011-11-02]

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Dates

November 1, 1929

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: 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).