"Mother" Selina Powell,Alexandria, Virginia, to "darling" Nina Powell, Petersburg, Va., Before 1870 March 5
Scope and Contents
Advises her to come home after her visit with Lizzie Watkins; gives a report on the health of family and friends; says almost "all black and white" went to the "procession" in Washington the day before; says her cousin Jinny Taylor's family is ill; sends her money. 4 pages. letter signed.
Dates
- Creation: Before 1870 March 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