Illustrated Letter Dated June 23, 1915, June 23, 1915

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.6392

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Description

An illustrated letter from Charles M. Russell to Phil dated June 23, 1915. On back is, "On reversal side of original letter the following postscript in Russell's handwriting, "I saw Mr. Gerry Lane and he told me you were still at High river give him my regards when you see him. I all so saw Charlie Blunt in...(unreadable script) a year ago last April and he wanted to be remembered to you."

Dates

June 23, 1915

Creator

Russell, Charles Marion, 1864 - 1926 (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

gelatin silver process

Dimensions

Overall: 10 × 8 in. (25.4 × 20.3 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).