Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - November 16, 1832

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Title

Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz

Date

November 16, 1832

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Recipient:

Maria Gist Gratz

Summary

Rebecca congratulates her sister-in-law Maria on the birth of her unnamed son. She also gives health and travel updates on family and friends.

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Origin:

Philadelphia, PA

Destination:

Lexington, KY

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Letter. 1 sheet.

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Identifier:

RGC0345

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Gratz Family (Philadelphia) Papers, P-8, American Jewish Historical Society.

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