Rebecca Gratz to Benjamin Gratz and Maria Gist Gratz - September 26, 1830

Rebecca expresses her belief to her sister-in-law Maria that God accepts all who worship him with a pure heart. While she affirms her faith, Rebecca considers Judaism a remnant of the past that is inconvenient to practice in contemporary America.

Rebecca sends her condolences to her sister-in-law Maria after the death of Judith Bell Gist Boswell, Maria's sister. She also gives updates on the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the character of Sylvester Larned, a pastor, who is romantically interested in Maria Gist Gratz, Ben's future wife. She also updates him on the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca and her brother Joseph send their condolences upon the death of Maria's mother. In addition, Joseph discusses the transport of goods.