Sarah (Sally) Myers Cohen to Rebecca Gratz - January 17, 1797

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, describing the effects of cholera in Philadelphia. She also reports on the antisemitic attack Philip Minis had suffered, which led to a fatal duel and the subsequent murder trial of Minis.

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

Margaret (Peggy) writes to her friend Rebecca, musing about the significance of April Fools' Day and gives updates on her sister's recovery.

Rebecca expresses her sorrow to her sister-in-law Maria that her dying brother Simon does not want to see her and the family. She also updates her on the health and travels of family and friends and the literature she is reading.

Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, telling her of a visit from an accomplished politician to Savannah, and her opinion on a potential rabbi for their synagogue.