Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - May 27, 1822

Frances writes to her sister Rebecca about the improving health of her family, of their brother Benjamin in school, of acquaintances and visits to Baltimore, and instructions for wigs for herself and Sally Etting.

Rebecca praises her sister-in-law Ann for her active and productive life, shares news of friends and family and discusses the works of several writers.

Following Matilda Hoffman's death, Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about two other recent deaths and inquires about the well-being of Washington Irving, who was engaged to Matilda.

Rebecca shares news with her friend Maria regarding the health of family and friends and comments on the limited social scene in Philadelphia.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about the local literary scene, remarks on the painting "Declaration of Independence," and tells of the university lectures she attends.