Rebecca Gratz to Anna Maria Boswell Shelby Gratz - August 14, 1862
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Rebecca Gratz to Anna Maria Boswell Shelby Gratz
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Frances apprises her sister Rebecca of their father's health difficulties, the health issues of other family members, and anticipated visits.
Rebecca tries to cheer up her sister-in-law Maria by telling of a prank their nieces pulled on the family. She also comments on the effects of the country's economic difficulties on family and friends and updates her on the presence of Small Pox in Philadelphia.