Miriam Gratz Moses Cohen to Rebecca Gratz - May 23, 1857

Rebecca continues to persuade her sister-in-law Maria to visit Philadelphia after the death of her eldest son, Benjamin. She also informs her of the marriage of Ben Etting, her nephew, to Harriet Marx Etting.

Rebecca expresses her belief to her sister-in-law Maria that God accepts all who worship him with a pure heart. While she affirms her faith, Rebecca considers Judaism a remnant of the past that is inconvenient to practice in contemporary America.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about her trip to Washington, D.C.and the lingering effects of an accident she had. She also shares her thoughts about Nat Turner's rebellion and expresses her concern for Maria's family's safety.

After the death of her aunt Maria Gist Gratz, Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, reminiscing about Maria and expressing her concern for her uncle Ben and his sons.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Ann about the emotional state of Sally Hays after the death of her son, Robbie. She also updates her on the business affairs of the Blair family, Ann's son, and stepson.