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March 9, 1868

Small, Sarah B., fl. 1860-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

She sends him Emma's Bible, pictures, and other things. "I know that every thing that was hers seems precious to you."

GLC00687.049

March 11, 1868

Small, Sarah B., fl. 1860-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

They have all been sick with colds, thus the reason for not writing. She continues to mourn the death of her sister as she imagines him doing. She wishes she could have been there or had some last communication with her. She wonders if there is a mystery associated with her death.

GLC00687.050

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