Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - August 01, 1855

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Ann about the visits of her nephew Howard Gratz and her niece Sara Joseph. She also informs her of her nephew Charles Etting's enlistment.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, clarifying the misunderstanding regarding her son Jo's visit to Philadelphia. She also tells her of an orphan who has become a teacher at the Philadelphia orphanage and inquires about acquaintances in Kentucky.

On the occassion of her brother Ben's birthday, Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, wishing to see their family soon. She also details Philadelphia's social scene and the news of family and friends.

After her sister-in-law Ann's family returned from their trip to the East Coast, Rebecca writes about her impressions of Ann's daughters, their admirable qualities, and a doll Rebecca plans to send to her niece, Miriam. She also gives updates on the health and whereabouts of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her friend Margaret (Peggy) about the social scene of Baltimore, announces the birth of her nephew Edward and discusses the rise of summer residences in Oakland outside of Baltimore and Germantown, PA, due to the fear of Yellow Fever.