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Powell, George May, 1835-1905 to Emma C. Small

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.014 Author/Creator: Powell, George May, 1835-1905 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: September 1, 1865 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy

He is concerned about her afflictions. His brother should call within a few days to look after her. He expresses hope that in the future they will be together, with many religious inferences.

Powell, George May, 1835-1905
Small, Emma C., fl. 1860-1868

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