Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - May 02, 1808

Frances writes to her sister Rebecca about her and the family's health concerns, her pending departure from her cottage, the death of an acquaintance, and offers updates on her child.

Rebecca writes to her-sister-in-law Maria, pondering the reasons for her prolonged silence. She also discusses her changed view of Phrenology and describes the costumes their nieces wore to a party.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the difficulties surrounding an adoption at the asylum and gives updates on family members and mutual acquaintances.

Rebecca expresses relief at her sister-in-law Maria's recovery from serious illness and shares updates on the health and education of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the death of their brother Jacob, the poor health of their brother Hyman, and updates him on the health and activities of other family members.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about the election of bank directors in Philadelphia, discusses the health concerns of their respective family members, and issues sourrounding the death of Gouverneur Morris.