Horace Moses and Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - October 02, 1836
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Rebecca sends her condolences to her sister-in-law Maria after the death of Judith Bell Gist Boswell, Maria's sister. She also gives updates on the health and travels of family and friends.
Mary Boswell, Ben Gratz's warden, writes a quick note to Rebecca about her and her stepmother's summer plans. Ben adds a few lines to his sister informing her of the health of the family, including their new-born daughter, and expressing his wish that she come for a visit.
Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on the health and travels of family and friends and expresses her happiness about Horace's new position with the railroad. She also tells her that William Henry Furness plans to preach again after a period of illness.
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On her nephew Cary's birthday, Rebecca expresses her regard for her sister-in-law Maria's sons, and updates her on the unapproved courtship between her niece, Miriam Etting, and a southern doctor and the health of family and friends.