Rebecca Gratz to Anna Maria Boswell Shelby Gratz - January 29, 1844

Rebecca thanks her niece Miriam for entrusting her son, Gratz, to her care as she parts with him.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about a barely averted duel involving one of her nephews and updates her on the activities of family and friends.

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, describing the success of a celebratory picnic for the Savannah Jewish Sunday School organized by German-Jewish immigrants.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann after the death of her infant son, Mason, and relays the sympathy of Richea, who had also lost children. She also updates her on the health of her son and step-sons who are visiting Philadelphia.

This document is a tribute from Elie Wiesel, addressed to Marion and himself, on the passing of Vaclav Havel. Wiesel describes Havel's death as an irreparable loss, emphasizing his greatness in literature and politics, and his noble character. He recalls their decades-long friendship, noting Havel's inability to utter angry words. Wiesel reminisces about joint international meetings in Paris and Hiroshima, including a conference in Prague, which Havel's presence filled with hope. The tribute concludes by admiring Havel's courage, vision, and resolve, stating that his memory will forever be accompanied by a deep sense of gratitude.