Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - September 06, 1812

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Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz

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September 06, 1812

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Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about his travels to New York State and speculates where he may settle down.

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Philadelphia, PA

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New York, NY

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Letter. 1 sheet.

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RGC0172

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Gratz Family (Philadelphia) Papers, P-8, American Jewish Historical Society.

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