Invitation to John Jay College of Criminal Justice Educating for Justice Gala

In a letter dated March 14, 2001, Dagmar Havlová and Václav Havel, founders of the "Dagmar and Václav Havel Foundation Vision 97," write to Mrs. Marion Wiesel. They announce the foundation's expansion into the United States through a new not-for-profit corporation aimed at gaining moral and financial support. The letter outlines the foundation's broad interests in cultural, humanitarian, educational, healthcare, and social issues, emphasizing a proactive, forward-looking approach. The Havels formally invite Mrs. Wiesel to become an honorary member of the Board of Directors of the new U.S. foundation, highlighting her esteemed reputation and contributions to public life. They mention prominent members of the Czech foundation's board, such as Josef Tošovský, Petr Weigl, Jiřina Šiklová, Táňa Fischerová, and Karl Schwarzenberg, to illustrate the caliber of its leadership. The letter concludes with a list of enclosures, including annual reports and project descriptions, and expresses hope for her acceptance of the position.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, remarking on her family's experience with the whooping cough, the removal of a university president, and literature about the ancient Israelites.

Rebecca expresses relief to her sister-in-law Maria that her brother Ben arrived home safely from his visit to Philadelphia. She also comments on the recent presidential elections and updates her on the health, travel, and education of family and friends.

Rebecca informs her brother Ben of the death of their nephew's wife, Frances Marx Etting, and updates him on the travels and health of family members. She also relays more condolence messages to Ben after the death of his wife, Maria.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, joking with her about phrenology and discussing the new building of the Orphan Society, developments with David Seixas, and Henry Clay as presidential candidate.