Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - [ca. February 1832]

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, worrying about the health of her sister, Becky, after she gave birth and reflects on her brother Horace's plans to go to Russia. She also gives updates on her benevolent activities and the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the health of family members and friends, particuarly about Ellen Hays Etting, whose newborn recently died. She also discusses the literature she is reading.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria about the local literary scene, remarks on the painting "Declaration of Independence," and tells of the university lectures she attends.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the dresses she is sending, her guests for Sukkot, and gives updates on the activities of family and friends. Their niece Ellen adds a note pleading with Maria to visit them to assist with the preparations of her marriage.