Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - June 01, 1831

Rebecca writes her friend Maria with news of Eliza, Maria's sister, and her medical treatment. She also details the scandal around a renowned cleryman and his intended marriage to a much younger woman.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the death of their brother Hyman and how their family is coping with the loss of two brothers within a month.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, discussing the newly published letters of John Randolph, a Virginian politican, and tells of the long romance between two of her acquaintances.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the dresses she is sending, her guests for Sukkot, and gives updates on the activities of family and friends. Their niece Ellen adds a note pleading with Maria to visit them to assist with the preparations of her marriage.