Rebecca Gratz to Miriam Gratz Moses Cohen - August 02, 1859

After six weeks of silence, Rebecca urges her sister-in-law Maria to write. She also expands on her sense of loss after her niece Miriam got married and critiques the actions of trade unions.

Rebecca writes her friend Maria with news of Eliza, Maria's sister, and her medical treatment. She also details the scandal around a renowned cleryman and his intended marriage to a much younger woman.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, outlining the Orphan Asylum's preparations for the impending Cholera outbreak in Philadelphia and gives updates on family and friends.

Rebecca congratulates her sister-in-law Ann on the birth of her daughter Anna, shares news of family, and inquires about friends in Lexington. She also laments the anticipation of her niece Sara's departure from Philadelphia after her marriage.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca comments on the family members' financial situation amidst the Panic of 1857 and shares news of her nieces' families. She also mentions the Foster Home's upcoming fair.