Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - April 20, 1823
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Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about her trip to Washington, D.C.and the lingering effects of an accident she had. She also shares her thoughts about Nat Turner's rebellion and expresses her concern for Maria's family's safety.
Frances thanks her sister Rebecca for her letter and writes to share and inquire about the family's health.
Frances writes to her sister Rebecca about the threat of yellow fever, the recent marriage of Rebecca's friend, and various other social news of family, friends, and acquaintances.
Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about the activities of Maria's husband Ben and their son Howard who are on a visit in Philadelphia. She also updates her on other family and friends including Maria's niece's visit to Cuba for health reasons and mentions a community meeting about aid for the imprisoned Jews in Damascus.