Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - December 25, 1819
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Amidst the Cholera epidemic, Rebecca and Jacob write to their sister-in-law Maria, sending their condolences on the death of her mother and express relief at their family's safety and good health.
Rebecca responds to her friend Maria's health situation and reiterates her strong desire to visit. She also details a recent duel between General Cadwalader and Granville Pattison. (This may be Rebecca's last letter to Maria before her death in July 1823.)
Rebecca writes to her brother Ben about the family's health, the recent deaths of shared acquaintances, and two newly released novels by Sir Walter Scott. Their brother, Jacob Gratz, adds a note concerning the settling of accounts.
Margaret (Peggy) tells her friend Rebecca of her visits with friends and the 4th of July celebrations in Trenton. She also discusses her love interest and the pros and cons of matrimony.
Rebecca and her sisters Rachel and Sarah write to their brother Joseph, hoping to receive news from him soon and update him on the health of the family.