Rebecca Gratz and Sara Gratz Moses Joseph to Maria Gist Gratz - October 09, 1836
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Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on the family's plans to visit her in Lexington. She also gives travel and health updates on family and friends.
Margaret (Peggy) tells her friend Rebecca of her life in the country, her female acquaintances there, and the lack of interesting men.
Rebecca expresses her relief to her sister-in-law Maria that the Cholera epidemic has passed and updates her on the family's upcoming travel plans.
Sarah (Sally) writes of the marriage of one of Rebecca's friends, the poor health of an aunt, the death of a friend and the grief of his wife, the improving health of the city, and family well wishes.
Rebecca tells her brother Ben how the family copes after the death of their two brothers, Jacob and Hyman. Their brother Jo adds a note, sharing the successful sale of some of their lands.
Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on news about family and friends and shares her thoughts on the novel Mariamne by Elijah Fenton.