Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - August 14, 1818

Writing to her sister-in-law Maria, Rebecca shows support for Maria's sister, Sara, who recently lost a son. She also shares Julia Hoffman's living plans after the death of her father and includes a receipt for expenses.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, expressing her excitement for Maria's family's upcoming visit, discusses Hazan Isaac Leeser's literary efforts and a fatal duel that occured in Philadelphia, and updates her on the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, urging him to visit in the winter and discusses the health of family members, marriages of their friends, and a dispute between a Scottish professor and a Philadelphia lawyer.

Rebecca updates her brother Joseph on news of their family and friends while he is Hamburg, Germany. 

Rebecca offers her friend Maria medical advice, updates her on Maria's sister's travels, and discusses the rewards and joys of raising and teaching children.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, giving health and travel updates on various family members, shared friends, and acquaintances.