Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - February 22, 1813
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Rebecca writes to her sister Rachel about her delayed return home due to weather and their sister's Richea's post-partum struggles and recovery.
Frances writes to her sisters about her desire to see them, is desirous of news about family, and discusses the cooking of the enslaved person in her home.
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, sharing news of the sudden death of an old family friend, Ogden Hoffman, and a recent fire in Philadelphia.
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the current state of politics and the upcoming presidential inauguration, recent literature she has read, and gives her updates on family and friends.
Rebecca sends her friend Maria wishes for her sister Harriet's continued recovery and relates advice on nursing and news of scandals in New Orleans and Philadelphia.