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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: Northhampton, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: September 28, 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. Written at Round Hill

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

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