Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - June 01, 1831
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Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the funeral arrangements for their niece, Rosa, and tells him that their sister, Richea, is not yet aware of her daughter's death. She also updates him on the health and travels of other family members.
Rebecca tells her friend Maria her thoughts about Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe, her impressions of a sermon by a Unitarian preacher, and shares family news, including Issac Hays's graduation from medical school.
Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria of her family's upcoming visit to Lexington, an inspirational sermon given by Reverend Channing, and her admiration for Harriet Martineau and Fanny Kemble.
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben regarding his propensity towards travel, the physical and mental health of family members, that cold weather has dampened social gatherings, news of marital engagements, professional activities of family members, and reflections on the Purim holiday.
Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the drama surrounding the marriage of the actress Fanny Kemble. She also gives updates on family and friends.
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, giving updates and opinions on the courtships of her nieces and nephews, the health struggles of their brother Jacob, and tells him of the lectures she enjoyed on Jewish history.