Powell, George May (1835-1905) to Emma C. Small
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.009 Author/Creator: Powell, George May (1835-1905) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 February 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25.3 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
re: He expresses his belief in prayer, particularly that the will of God may happen. He has not received remuneration for his inventions, but has not lost hope that they will be found valuable in the future. His work with the hospitals, Young Men's Christian Association, and the Union League, as well as the comparison of excise taxes, keep him occupied.
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