"Mother" Selina Powell,Alexandria, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia, 1849? October 5
Scope and Contents
Describes Minna's cough and how they are treating it; tells her what clothes Lloyd and Charlie should wear if it gets colder; says she has been doing little except taking care of Minna; discusses new dresses for the winter and corsets; gives news of friends and relatives; discusses travel plans, to come home for the winter.
Dates
- Creation: 1849? October 5
Creator
- From the Collection: Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849) (Person)
- From the Collection: Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896) (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 3.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository