Rebecca Gratz and Benjamin Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - December 27, 1834
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Following Nat Turner's Rebellion and the subsequent racial violence in Virgina, Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the immorality of murdering innocent Black people, and expresses her belief that Maria could be an advocate for them, despite being a slaveholder.
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.
Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, commenting on family news and mentions that she plans to run for Secretary of the Savannah Female Orphan Society.
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about a barely averted duel involving one of her nephews and updates her on the activities of family and friends.
Rebecca updates her friend Maria on the health and whereabouts of various family members and friends.