Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - July 10, 1809

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, giving her condolences on a recent death in her family and updates on the social events her family is participating in.

Writing to her sister-in-law Maria, Rebecca shares her thoughts on a book of correspondences she is reading, updates her on events at the Orphan Asylum, and comments on issues at the Medical School in Philadelphia. She also includes greetings from her servant, John.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the improved weather, social events, Purim festivities, the health of friends, and references to family business activities.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the funeral arrangements for their niece, Rosa, and tells him that their sister, Richea, is not yet aware of her daughter's death. She also updates him on the health and travels of other family members.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, thanking him for his recent visit to Philadelphia. She also tells him of the Hebrew poetry lectures attended by the family and updates him on the health and visits of others.

Rebecca commiserates with her friend Maria about the health concerns within Maria's family and shares her first impressions of Maria Gist Gratz, Ben's future wife.