From Alex Simpson, Sept. 19, 1927, the judge is attempting to obtain a series of paintings on Indian subjects, he received descriptions (TU2009.39.2711-2715); these paintings, if the deal goes through, will be donated to the Philadelphia Art Museum.

From Nancy C. Russell, Oct. 18, 1927, offers a 20% discount on the two paintings, "A War Party" and "Wolf Men".

From Judge Simpson, informs Nancy C. Russell that he will take "War Party" at a 20% discount.

From Judge Simpson, two pages, Oct. 22, 1927, a formal letter repeating the business agreed to in TU2009.39.2716-2718.

From Judge Simpson, Nov. 8, 1927, two pages, the judge's comments on the Charles M. Russell exhibit at Grand Central Galleries in New York.

From Nancy C. Russell, Nov. 1, 1927, concerning the exhibit at Grand Central Galleries and the possibility of the Judge buying another painting in lieu of "A War Party" after seeing the exhibit.

Handwritten, from Nancy C. Russell, Nov. 10, 1927, she is staying at the Commodore in New York, encloses a catalogue of the Grand Central exhibition, expresses her interest in having some of Charles M. Russell's work placed in the permanent collection of a major museum.

Handwritten, from Judge Simpson, Nov. 19, 1927, he regrets that he can only purchase "A War Party" and will not be able to purchase "When the Sioux and the Blackfeet Meet".

From Judge Simpson, Nov. 26, 1927, cover letter with enclosed check for $4800 for "A War Party", requests a formal receipt.

Handwritten, from Nancy C. Russell, Nov. 28, 1927, a formal receipt for the purchase of "A War Party".