Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - February 05, 1806

Rebecca updates her brother Ben on news in the extended family and discusses issues regarding schools and an upcoming charity event. She also recounts Fanny Kemble's family troubles prompting her return to England.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, detailing the clothing and food she is sending her, her children, and friends. She also tells of her brothers' disappointment after Henry Clay's loss of the presidential election.

This is a letter dated September 30, 2013, from the Edgewood High School Class of 2017 and English I teacher Rebecca Baker, addressed to Mr. Elie Wiesel. The letter extends birthday wishes to Mr. Wiesel, congratulating him on reaching an impressive milestone. The students mention that they are reading his memoir, 'Night,' in their ninth-grade English I class and had a small celebration in his honor. They express gratitude for his experiences and for sharing his story, emphasizing that his narrative is a powerful reminder of a time that should never be forgotten.

Writing amidst the Cholera epidemic, Rebecca tries to alleviate her sister-in-law Maria's fears and shares advice on diet, including a recipe for rice pudding. She also tells of the dramatic circumstances under which an acquaintance gave birth.

Assuring her sister-in-law Ann of her restored health, Rebecca shares her concern for her nephews amidst the Civil War. She also mentions the memories the new biography of Washington Irving evokes.