Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - February 27, 1825
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Rebecca writes to her friend Maria and tells her of the sudden death of a young woman after she broke off her engagement with James Buchanan, the future president.
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben confirming receipt of his letter, news of Maria Gist, and that Hyman has returned home.
Rebecca tells her friend Maria of the visits by the husband of the late Harriet (Maria's sister) and updates her on the health of various family members.
Following Matilda Hoffman's death, Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about two other recent deaths and inquires about the well-being of Washington Irving, who was engaged to Matilda.
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the character of Sylvester Larned, a pastor, who is romantically interested in Maria Gist Gratz, Ben's future wife. She also updates him on the health and travels of family and friends.