Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - May 25, 1838

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Ann about her niece Sara's stay with her in Philadelphia and gives other updates on the health and travels of family and friends.

Writing to her aunt Rebecca, Miriam continues to express deep sorrow over the death of her son, Gratz. She also tells that her husband will bring Gratz's remains back to Savannah.

Following Nat Turner's Rebellion and the subsequent racial violence in Virgina, Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the immorality of murdering innocent Black people, and expresses her belief that Maria could be an advocate for them, despite being a slaveholder.

Rebecca shares family news with her sister-in-law Maria, comments on a controversy at Transylvania University and recommends new reading material.

Miriam sends her aunt Rebecca greetings on her birthday and updates her on the health and travels of family and friends and her nephew's engagement.