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August 18, 1866
Small, Emma C., fl. 1860-1868
to George May Powell
re: She gives a report of her health. She describes her room and the furniture. Written at Round Hill
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August 21, 1866
re: She has received his latest letter, and hopes he will send a woman to help her. She has been quite busy. Written at Round Hill
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August 25, 1866
She has been feeling a little sick and has stayed in bed and taken a Turkish bath. She looks forward to seeing him soon. Written at Round Hill
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August 24, 1866
re: She received his letter and apologizes for not returning them, thinking he wanted her to keep them.
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August 27, 1866
re: She is disappointed at the delay of his coming. She expresses her commitment to God and her desire to share that with George. Written at Round Hill
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August 30, 1866
re: She comments on their correspondence either being too little or too much. She refers to his question about stump speaking. Written at Round Hill
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September 1, 1866
re: She discusses hiring a woman to help her, and refers to dreams and prophesies between the two of them. Written at Round Hill
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September 6, 1866
re: She has received his letters and has been very busy. She is grateful for the nurse he has sent her and is very content with her situation.Written at Round Hill
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September 13, 1866
re: She received his letter and a photograph of a friend N.P. Willis. She looks forward to his impending visit. Written at Round Hill
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September 28, 1866
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
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