Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - May 08, 1861
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Rebecca expresses relief to her sister-in-law Maria that her brother Ben arrived home safely from his visit to Philadelphia. She also comments on the recent presidential elections and updates her on the health, travel, and education of family and friends.
Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, expressing sorrow and sympathies for deaths in their families.
Rebecca tells her friend Maria about their new neighborhood, suggests places between Philadelphia and New York where she and Maria could meet, and updates her on news about their mutual friends.
Rebecca tells her friend Maria about the current social events of Philadelphia, including a parade and a ball, and gives updates on the health of her family members.
Rebecca tells her future niece-in-law how much the family misses her since her departure from Philadelphia.