Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - September 22, 1839
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Rebecca writes her friend Maria with news of Eliza, Maria's sister, and her medical treatment. She also details the scandal around a renowned cleryman and his intended marriage to a much younger woman.
In writing to her friend Maria, Rebecca muses about the difference in the social and romantic life in Maria's family compared to her own and her single brothers.
Still affected by the death of her brother Simon, Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, thanking her for her consolation. She also updates her on the health and travels of family and friends.
Rebecca updates her friend Maria on recent deaths in Philadelphia and shares news about mutual friends.
Rebecca updates her friend Maria on the health and whereabouts of various family members and friends.
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, continuing to discuss the conflict among her brothers and informs her of the plight of the recently widowed Henrietta McIlvaine.