Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - March 24, 1822

Concerned that her friend Rebecca is lovesick, Slowey asserts she knows of no Jewish man good enough for Rebecca and questions the precepts against intermarriage. She also updates her on social events in Boston.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria and expresses great concern upon learning of the serious illness of Matilda (Maria's sister).

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, worrying about the condition of her sister Sara and her sick child. She also updates her on the travels and health of other family and friends.

Sarah (Sally) writes to her cousin Rebecca about the upcoming marriage of Rebecca's friend Maria Fenno and the unexpected death of an acquaintance and the intense grief of his pregnant wife. She also relays that the family appreciated Rebecca's praises of their grandfather.

Miriam tells her aunt Rebecca about the fundraising efforts for her synagogue and comments on the widespread influence of Grace Aguilar's publication.