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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: July 24, 1866 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 19.6 cm Order a Copy

She received his letter from 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
Small, Emma C., fl. 1860-1868

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