Rebecca Gratz to Maria Gist Gratz - March 12, 1826

Margaret (Peggy) advises her friend Rebecca about Baltimore's social scene after returning from Philadelphia to New Jersey.

Rebecca updates her sister-in-law Maria on family news and social events in Philadelphia. She also discusses the legal problems of David Seixas, the founder of the Pennsylvania Institution for the Deaf and Dumb.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, giving health and travel updates on various family members, shared friends, and acquaintances.

This document is an invitation and program guide for the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Annual Meeting, which took place in New York City from September 24-26, 2008. The invitation letter, dated July 2, 2008, is personally signed by Bill Clinton and addresses Professor Elie Wiesel, inviting him to participate. The meeting aims to convene influential global leaders, including heads of state, business executives, non-profit directors, and faith leaders, to collaborate on actionable solutions for pressing global challenges. Key focus areas highlighted are energy and climate change, poverty alleviation, global health, and education. The document outlines CGI's unique approach, which includes plenary and working group sessions, fostering commitments to action, providing ongoing support, and recognizing achievements. It also lists many prominent individuals who have previously participated in the initiative and details the impressive impact of CGI's efforts in improving lives worldwide. A membership form is included for those wishing to join.

Rebecca writes to her brother Ben, sending her deepest condolences on the death of his wife, Maria Gist Gratz. Their niece Sarah adds a note, also expressing her grief.

Rebecca conveys to her sister-in-law Maria her sorrow and her memories of Henry Clay's recently deceased daughter. She also updates her on the activities of Maria's two eldest sons who are staying with Rebecca while Maria is in Washington, D.C.