Rebecca Gratz to Margaret (Peggy) Ewing - July 23, 1803

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the financial ruin of the Gratz family due to her brother Simon's business activities and its effect on family members.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria of the precarious health of her nieces Becky and Sara after giving birth and of a difficult child the Orphan Society is trying to take in.

Rebecca updates her brother Ben on the health, travel, and activities of family members, in particular the Mordecai family and their niece Becky Nathan.

Margaret (Peggy) writes to her friend Rebecca, musing about the significance of April Fools' Day and gives updates on her sister's recovery.

Rebecca writes to her brother Benjamin, discussing the shipments of clothing to his camp and updates him on the whereabouts of family and friends.