Powell, George May, 1835-1905 to Emma C. Small
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.001 Author/Creator: Powell, George May, 1835-1905 Place Written: Madison Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 23, 1860 Pagination: 5 p. : Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy
He describes their correspondence and hopes to maintain frequent contact. He inquires after a Mr. Chickering, a clerk and businessman. Powell as recently attended an exhibition of a two-piece painting of Adam and Eve by Sir Bufe, lectures, and the local insane asylum. He expresses concern about Emma's health, as well as hope for true friendship and true religious peace and comfort.
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