Lloyd Powell, Alton, Illinois, to "Mother," Selina Powell, [Winchester, Virginia], 22 January 1856.

Containers:

Box-folder 2:1

Extent:

8 pages.

Scope and content:

Reports on Aunt Lib and Uncle R[?]'s new son, Richard; says he rented out their house in Henry; says he has been away from "home" now for three months; and will not go to New Orleans, Mobile, and Augusta; describes how he decorated Minna's grave, and expresses hope that her resting place will soon be Virginia; asks about their school; sends money from a large profit he made selling land.

Physical description:

ALS.

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