Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - October 03, 1820

Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria about the family's recovery from varioloid. While discussing Isaac Leeser's latest publication and relating a Jewish acquaintance's efforts to strengthen the Jewish faith, she expresses her belief that God accepts all faiths.

Rebecca writes to her niece Anna about the events in Kentucky and her hope for an end to the war. She also tells her about the whereabouts and military appointments of various family members.

A letter from Kirk Douglas to Elie Wiesel discussing his recent health challenges, completion of Torah study, current writing projects including a book for children, and a request for Wiesel to provide a quote for the book. Douglas mentions donating profits to the Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation and expresses hope to visit New York soon. Douglas signs his name in Hebrew.

Rebecca tells her brother Ben of her good health and regular exercise. She also apprises him of the Riggs family's plans to return to the US and shares other updates.

Rebecca expresses her excitement to her sister-in-law Maria about the family's plan to visit Philadelphia and updates her on the education, travels, and activities of family and friends.