Lloyd Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to "Sister" Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 February 13
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Reports on the snow storms they have had; mentions the coming wedding of Armistead Rust and Lilly Lawrence; tells how he likes working at the store; describes one of their customers; describes the house they may rent next spring. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia Says she is glad to hear Minna's health is improving; gives news of family; says her brother Nelson soon sails for California to dig gold, and may not be back for five years; reports on how he expects to live; says that there are measles and mumps in town.
Dates
- Creation: 1849 February 13
Creator
- From the Collection: Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849) (Person)
- From the Collection: Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896) (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access:
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Extent
From the Collection: 3.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository