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"Mother" Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, 1849 December 7

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
Identifier: id170625

Scope and Contents

Tells what each family member is doing; discusses bonnets; discusses appearance versus reality as concerning materialism; discusses the opportunities for her in Alexandria; discusses the role of children in the family; gives news of friends and family; mentions that "brother" John may move and that if they move to Illinois, they will be closer to him.

Dates

  • Creation: 1849 December 7

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

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

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