Rebecca Gratz to Maria Fenno Hoffman - May 18, [1820]

Miriam tells her aunt Rebecca about the growth of her congregation and her efforts to raise funds for her synagogue to employ a permanent reader.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, updating her on the family after the marriage of her nephew, Isaac Hays, to Sarah Ann Minis Hays. She also critiques how charitable "fairs" are held and recalls Maria's aunt as a possible love interest of George Washington's after reading his newest biography.

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, recalling childhood memories of Passover preparations and praising her for the upbringing she has bestowed on her and her siblings. Miriam's husband Solomon adds a note of appreciation, reiterating Miriam's sentiments.

Writing to her brother Ben, Rebecca gives him updates on the children of tthe Moses children and the condition of Philadelphia during the war.

Writing to Rebecca, Slowey expresses her empathy for oprhan children in their cities and shares her excitement about her sister's upcoming visit from Richmond.