Rebecca Gratz to Sarah (Sally) Ann Minis Hays - December 07, 1833

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, detailing the clothing and food she is sending her, her children, and friends. She also tells of her brothers' disappointment after Henry Clay's loss of the presidential election.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca expresses gratitude for their good health and reiterates her wish to see them more often. She also describes her domestic life with her nephew Horace.

Sarah (Sally) updates her friend Maria on her improving health and lists the medical treatments she underwent. Rebecca confirms her sister's account.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, lamenting the death of a childhood friend. She also continues the themes of her last letter, commenting on Grace Aguilar's novel, updating her on the social activities of Mary Riggs, and the health and travels of family and friends.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca discusses the education of the children in the family including the school where she placed her grand niece. She also apprises Ann of her niece Sarah's postpartum depression.