Rebecca Gratz to Joseph Gratz - May 15, 1812

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca comments on her newest read, a fictional diary based in the seventeenth century, and tells Ann of her son's visit to their home in Philadelphia.

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, describing the success of a celebratory picnic for the Savannah Jewish Sunday School organized by German-Jewish immigrants.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about the local literary scene, remarks on the painting "Declaration of Independence," and tells of the university lectures she attends.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann for the second time that day, Rebecca shares details on her niece Rosa's accident. She also comments on the Ward trial in Louisville, in which two brothers were tried for fatally shooting their school teacher.

Rebecca writes to her friend Julia about a bad fall she had and her subsequent injuries. She also comments on the recent marriage of Matilda Nicholas, Julia's niece, and updates her on the travels and visits of family and friends.