April 28, 1931. Mrs. Charles Russell, 725 Michigan Blvd. Pasadena, California. My dear Mrs. Russell:- I am very glad to hear from you, and as you know, I am most interested in the representation of Charlie that is to be put in the Hall of Fame. I entirely agree with you—that the picture of the model is terrible and looks about as much like him as I do. I suppose the fact that this lady is from Montana may have had some bearing on the choice that the State made. Mr. Ma^c^kay probably told you of my suggestion that you write to both of the Senators from Montana to have this selection re-considered. I talked to Senator Walsh on the ‘phone and he told me he would telegraph the Govern- or and request him to hold this up for the present. I think it is most unfortunate that you are not at Great Falls as I believe that you could do more to straighten this matter out than any one else. There are some terrible looking objects in the Hall of Fame at the present time. I have inquired here from the Sargent-at-Arms [sic] of the Senate, who is a friend of mine, and he says that the National Government has no say in the matter and that the selections are made by the States. Mrs. Hagner and I were at Lake McDonald for a couple of days last Fall and we telephoned to see if you were there but we found out that you were at Kallispell ( I think this is correct spelling) for a visit and we were very much disappointed. Mrs. Russell—2 I hope very much if you are in Washington at any time you will let us know as we will be delighted to see you. I have just ordered another set of the lithographed copies Charlie’s paintings from the man in Great Falls. It made me feel happy to know that you realize how very fond I was of him. In fact I don’t see how any one could know him and not feel the deepest affection for him. With very kind regards, I am, Cordially yours, [signed] Francis R. Hagner [Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-12-04]