Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz - September 09, 1860

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Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz

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September 09, 1860

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Rebecca tells her brother Ben of their recent move from Boston Row to Spruce Street and shares news of friends and family.

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Philadelphia, PA

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Letter. 1 sheet. No envelope.

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RGC0264

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

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