Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - October 12, 1834

Rebecca and Rachel write to their brother Joseph travelling to Europe and both express how much family and friends miss him. Rebecca also reflects on significant literary works on travel and morality.

Frances tells her sister Rebecca of her son's lingering health issues since traveling to their cousin's house outside of Baltimore and that further travel plans are uncertain.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, giving updates and opinions on the courtships of her nieces and nephews, the health struggles of their brother Jacob, and tells him of the lectures she enjoyed on Jewish history.

After six weeks of silence, Rebecca urges her sister-in-law Maria to write. She also expands on her sense of loss after her niece Miriam got married and critiques the actions of trade unions.

In a letter to her Aunt Maria, Ellen describes how the entire family is missing her and her children after their recent visit. Rebecca adds a note, remarking on Kentucky society and courtship.