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September 1, 1866
Small, Emma C., fl. 1860-1868
to George May Powell
re: She discusses hiring a woman to help her, and refers to dreams and prophesies between the two of them. Written at Round Hill
GLC00687.034
September 29, 1866
re: She reports that she is very satisfied with her progress, that she can take two steps. She has attended sermons given by Rev. Patton of New Haven, son of Rev. Patton of Ithaca, and she asks him to look into sending a walking chair from New York...
GLC00687.038
February 16, 1867
Barrell, Alma A., fl. 1860-1868
re: The previous communication sent by Emma was incomplete due to the ice and harsh travel conditions. Emma has been sick but now is as well and strong as could be hoped, with recovery by degrees. She does not have diphtheria as previously thought...
GLC00687.042
March 2, 1867
re: She thanks him for his lengthy, detailed communication, which she is unable to return. She attended worship service with Mr. Hawkins preaching and returned in a snowstorm. Emma seems to have fully recovered and will commence regular treatments...
GLC00687.043
July 12, 1867
re: Emma is too weak to write today and has requested her to write. She continues to suffer from pain in her back. She is bed-ridden but has hope in homeopathic medicine. She will inform him by telegram if something changes, but they must have faith...
GLC00687.046
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