Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - May 04, 1822

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, expressing great concern about the health of Maria's sister Harriet and updates her on various family members and mutual friends.

Rebecca expresses relief at her sister-in-law Maria's recovery from serious illness and shares updates on the health and education of family and friends.

Writing to her brother Ben, Rebecca relates the family's grief over the recent deaths of their nieces, Isabella Etting and Ellen Hays Etting. She also informs him of the arrival of Cary, Ben's son, in Philadelphia.

Rebecca tells her friend Maria about the doings and materials needs of Matilda and Ann (Maria's stepdaughters), and The Port Folio editor's interest in publishing Maria's work.

Rebecca thanks her sister-in-law Maria for letting her husband Ben travel to Philadelphia to help mediate the conflict among their brothers. She also tells her how much the family has enjoyed Ben's visit.

Writing to her sister-in-law Maria, Rebecca expresses her sadness about her niece Becky Moses leaving to get married. She also tells her of a recent theft and an uncomfortable conversation she had about her Jewish faith.