Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - February 09, [1823]

Rebecca writes to her friend Margaret (Peggy) about the social scene of Baltimore, announces the birth of her nephew Edward and discusses the rise of summer residences in Oakland outside of Baltimore and Germantown, PA, due to the fear of Yellow Fever.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, expressing her excitement for Maria's family's upcoming visit, discusses Hazan Isaac Leeser's literary efforts and a fatal duel that occured in Philadelphia, and updates her on the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, hoping to convince her to travel to Philadelphia after the death of Maria's infant son.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the Cholera epidemic in Philadelphia and its effects on the community. She also comments on the Black Hawk War and provides updates on the health and travels of family and friends.

Writing to her friend Maria, Rebecca shares her feelings following the death of her sister, Sarah (Sally), and updates her on the difficult circumstances of a mutual friend.