Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - May 08, 1861

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Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz

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May 08, 1861

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Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the recent death of her long-time friend, Julia Hoffman, and assures him of her health.

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Philadelphia, PA

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Letter. 1 sheet. No envelope.

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RGC0239

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

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