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Small, Emma C. (fl. 1860-1868) to George May Powell

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.025 Author/Creator: Small, Emma C. (fl. 1860-1868) Place Written: Conway, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 July 1866 Pagination: 2 p. ; 24.8 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

re: She received his letter of the 21st and wonders how his health is. She refers to his relationship with his brother, claiming to know him better than his brother does

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

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