Sally Etting to Rebecca Gratz - June 21, 1796

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the health and whereabouts of family and friends and discusses the character of her niece's husband. Their niece Sara adds a note, wishing to see Maria's family.

Rebecca continues to encourage her sister-in-law Maria to visit Philadelphia, updates her on the social scene in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., and informs her of the death of Ellen Etting Hays' premature baby. She also discusses the political upheaval in South Carolina.

Rebecca continues to worry about the well-being of her sister-in-law Maria and her journey back to Kentucky. She also shares updates on the health and travel of family and friends.

Miriam writes to her daughter Rebecca of visiting family, of health concerns including small pox, and educational updates on various children.

Rebecca shares with her friend Maria that Ann (Maria's stepdaughter) gave birth and updates her on the health and whereabouts of family members and friends.