Powell, Jane, approximately 1761-1831
Variant namesJane Powell was an English actress based primarily in London. Born in Kent and raised by her father, an Army sergeant, the colorful anecdotes related about her mysterious and undocumented youth suggest distress and disgrace. She eventually became an actress, relying on her strong physical presence, fine voice, and handsome, expressive face in lieu of any training, and became a reliable supporting player capable of leading roles.
From the description of Jane Powell letter to Dear sir, 1809. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 54927056
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| creatorOf | Peake, Richard,. Money order signed from Richard Peake to Jane Powell [manuscript], 1802 April 3. | Folger Shakespeare Library | |
| creatorOf | Powell, Jane, ca. 1761-1831,. Autograph letter signed from Jane Powell to Richard Peake, London [manuscript], 1801 December 16. | Folger Shakespeare Library | |
| referencedIn | Sharp, Granville, 1735-1813,. Autograph letter signed from Granville Sharp, London, to John Moore [manuscript], 1796 May 11. | Folger Shakespeare Library | |
| creatorOf | Powell, Jane, ca. 1761-1831. Jane Powell letter to Dear sir, 1809. | Pennsylvania State University Libraries | |
| referencedIn | Chedworth, John Howe, Baron, 1754-1804,. Autograph letter signed from John Howe Chedworth to Madam [manuscript], ca. 1801. | Folger Shakespeare Library |
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| associatedWith | Chedworth, John Howe, Baron, 1754-1804, | person |
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| associatedWith | Sharp, Granville, 1735-1813, | person |
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Birth 1761
Death 1831
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