Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - September 02, 1832
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Sarah (Sally) writes of the marriage of one of Rebecca's friends, the poor health of an aunt, the death of a friend and the grief of his wife, the improving health of the city, and family well wishes.
Rebecca continues to tell her sister-in-law Maria about her brothers' activities during the general election, tries to calm Maria's fears before giving birth, and updates her on the health and wellbeing of family members.
Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on news about family and friends and shares her thoughts on the novel Mariamne by Elijah Fenton.
Josephine writes on the occasion of the grand aunt Rebecca's birthday, her father's continued poor health, Passover preparations, the health and emotions of family and friends, her current reading material, and students at the school.
Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, expressing her thoughts on the death of Rachel's infant daughter, and encourages Maria to illustrate Little Red Riding Hood for publication.
Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria of the deaths of Becky Cohen, her cousin, and Joseph Marx, her niece's father-in-law, and comments on the meaning of suffering. She also remarks on the portrait of Eliza Blair, Maria's sister.