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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.037 Author/Creator: Small, Emma C. (fl. 1860-1868) Place Written: Round Hill, Northampton, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 September 1866 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.3 x 12.7 cm. Order a Copy

re: She appreciates a daily message from him, though regrets that she can't write as much. She expresses concern about his health, particularly his strong tea and coffee.

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

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