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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.019 Author/Creator: Small, Emma C., fl. 1860-1868 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 27, 1866 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 20.8 cm, Width: 13.3 cm Order a Copy

She expresses concern for his health, time, and energy at his present occupation. She implores him to have faith in their future.

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

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