Rachel Gratz Etting and Solomon Etting to Rebecca Gratz - May 17, 1809

Rebecca reflects to her brother Ben on the upcoming anniversary of their parents' death, current events in Congress, and the death of a British naval officer buried in Philadelphia.

Rebecca updates her niece Miriam about the extended family. She also mentions her concerns that the upcoming fair for the Jewish Foster Home will not raise sufficient funds.

Shinah writes to her niece Rebecca...

Rebecca reproaches her brother Ben for his lack of correspondence and updates him on the activities and whereabouts of their family and friends.

This letter, dated January 28, 2005, is from Bill Clinton, on behalf of the William J. Clinton Foundation, to Elie and Marion Wiesel. Clinton expresses regret that the Wiesels were unable to attend the dedication of the William J. Clinton Presidential Center. He explains that the Center's exhibits tell the story of his Presidency, America's transition, the importance of public service, and the achievements possible through collaboration. He highlights the Center's architecture, which symbolizes building bridges between people of different backgrounds and across political divides. Clinton hopes the Wiesels will visit the Center and thanks them for their friendship and support. He mentions that Hillary joins him in sending best wishes for the new year and that a commemorative program from the event is enclosed.