Rebecca Gratz to Miriam Gratz Moses Cohen - December 18, 1860

Rebecca thanks Solomon, the husband of her niece Miriam, for his condolences on the death of her friend Julia Hoffman and tells him who paid her visits of support during her mourning.

Miriam wishes her aunt Rebecca an early happy birthday, tells of her brother Gratz Moses' stay with her, and gives updates on the health and travels of family and friends.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, detailing the clothing she is sending. She also comments on the contentious marriages of mutual acquintances and her skepticism about a Lexington doctor's treatments.

Miriam tells her aunt Rebecca about the fundraising efforts for her synagogue and comments on the widespread influence of Grace Aguilar's publication.

Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria of various visitors, updates her on the lingering health issues of family members, and discusses Fourth of July oratories and recent developments in the literary world.