Sarah (Sally) Gratz and Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - February 24, [18XX]

Writing to her sister-in-law Maria, Rebecca compares her own and her niece's outlook on life and tells of a Christian woman's hope to convert her. She also commends her brother Ben for purchasing two female slaves to remove them from their dire circumstances.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the character of Sylvester Larned, a pastor, who is romantically interested in Maria Gist Gratz, Ben's future wife. She also updates him on the health and travels of family and friends.

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.

Rebecca asks her sister-in-law Maria to assist a divorcee from England during her stay in Lexington and to visit Philadelphia during the winter. She also promises to send her a copy of Walter Scott's Fortunes of Nigel.

Rebecca continues to tell her sister-in-law Maria about her brothers' activities during the general election, tries to calm Maria's fears before giving birth, and updates her on the health and wellbeing of family members.