Shinah Simon Schuyler to Rebecca Gratz - April 30, [1808-1813]

Margaret (Peggy) writes two notes to her friend Rebecca. In one, she asks Rebecca to reveal the person she referred to only by initials. In the other, Peggy makes arragements for them to meet at a mutual friend's house.

Rebecca writes to her friend Maria, discussing the recent wave of antisemitism in Europe and efforts to help Jews escape persecution. She also writes about the literature she is reading.

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 thanks her niece Miriam for entrusting her son, Gratz, to her care as she parts with him.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, discussing the preparation for Passover, a new memoir and current political events, and gives updates on the well-being and status of family members.

While visiting her sister Becky in New York, Miriam writes to her aunt Rebecca, updating her on the health of family and friends.