Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - December 12, 1831

Rebecca sends further updates to her sister-in-law Maria about her sons, who are staying with Rebecca, including about Bernard's tooth extraction. Rebecca's niece Sara tells Maria more about her sons and asks her to come back soon.

Sally, a relative by marriage, inquires as to why her correspondence goes unanswered, asks about the health of Rebecca's father, and sends regards to various family members.

Rebecca asks her brother Ben about the future of her home in conjunction with the sale of their brothers' estates. She also updates him on the health of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her brother Joseph to be cautious on his travels, tells him about celebrations in honor of George Washington's birthday, and shares news of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about their sister Sally's continued medical care and travel updates of family and friends.