Rebecca Gratz and Sarah Gratz Moses Joseph to Benjamin Gratz - August 15, 1860

After a visit from her brother Ben in Philadelphia, Rebecca thanks him for informing her of his safe return to Lexington. She also updates him on the health of family members.

Rebecca informs her brother Benjamin about the supplies she is sending to him at military camp, describes the medical treatment of a general, and updates him on the health struggles of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria of the precarious health of her nieces Becky and Sara after giving birth and of a difficult child the Orphan Society is trying to take in.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the death of their sister Richea and her burial.

Sally writes to her sister Rebecca about the recent city-wide illness, requests a furniture purchase, the visits of family and friends, and her ennui with her current social circle activities.

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, expressing her sympathy for the deaths of two members of the extended family and outlines her daily routine.