Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - April 22, 1848

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Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz

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April 22, 1848

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Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about having daguerreotypes made as mementos and their niece Sara's upcoming wedding.

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Philadelphia, PA

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Lexington, KY

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Letter. 1 sheet.

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RGC0214

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

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