Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - September 04, 1863

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Ann in detail about Mary Riggs’s upcoming wedding and that it is Mary's wish that she give her away. She also shares updates on the health and travels of various family members and friends.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca gives treatment advice for the hair loss her her niece Miriam is experiencing, tells of the apprehensions of various family members regarding the political situation, and comments on the fashion of the Black population in Philadelphia.

Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Ann on the latest news of family and friends and comments on the differing politics of her brother Ben's son Howard.

In a letter to her Aunt Maria, Ellen describes how the entire family is missing her and her children after their recent visit. Rebecca adds a note, remarking on Kentucky society and courtship.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, who is traveling back to Lexington after visting the Gratz family in Philadelphia, and updates her on family members and neighbors.