Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - November 17, 1863

Rebecca informs her brother Ben of the recent death of their Aunt Bell.

This is a letter from David Weinstein, Chancellor of Spertus College of Judaica, to Mrs. Marion Wiesel, dated April 3, 1984. The letter informs Mrs. Wiesel that the Board of Trustees, upon the recommendation of the Faculty, has unanimously voted to confer upon her the degree of Doctor of Hebrew Letters, honoris causa, at the 56th Commencement Exercises of the College on June 10, 1984. Chancellor Weinstein emphasizes the significance of her presence at the Commencement, highlighting her 20 years of service to the Jewish and general communities of metropolitan Chicago. He commends her contributions to scholarship, culture, and community service, noting that the Wiesel name is identified with quality and excellence. The letter concludes by requesting her acceptance of this honor and a brief response.

In writing to her niece Miriam, Rebecca reflects on the death of her niece, Rosa Hays Marx and the education of the children of her nephew Simon Gratz Moses. She also comments on an article in Isaac Leeser's journal.

This is a holiday greeting card from the Biden family for the year 2014. The front of the card features a photograph of several family members engaged in white-water rafting, accompanied by the text "The Biden Family 2014". The inside of the card contains a printed message wishing recipients joy and peace for the Holiday Season and throughout the New Year. Below the printed greeting, there are handwritten signatures from various family members, including Joe, Jill, Beau, Hunter, Kathleen, Naomi, Finnegan, Maisy, Ashley, Howard, Hallie, Natalie, and their dog Champ. The back of the card includes a photo credit to David Lienemann and a disclaimer indicating that the communication was paid for by the Democratic National Committee.