Slowey Hays to Rebecca Gratz - December 14, 1806

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the current state of politics and the upcoming presidential inauguration, recent literature she has read, and gives her updates on family and friends.

Writing to her sister-in-law Ann, Rebecca settles the finances for the clothing she sent to Kentucky, announces the birth of Mary Riggs's daughter, and updates her on the health and travels of other family and friends.

A brief, handwritten personal note from Oprah to Elie, dated February 3, 2006. The note conveys affection, stating, "Dearest Elie, I'm sending you more kisses than I can count." It concludes with a warm closing and a signature from Oprah.

This is a thank-you letter from Marion and Elie Wiesel, sent on October 8, 2008, to Mr. Arthur Gelb. The letter expresses gratitude for Gelb's speech at Elie's 80th birthday celebration at the 92nd Street Y. The Wiesels particularly appreciated Gelb's recounting of Elie's speech against President Reagan's trip to Bitburg, noting that it brought back significant memories. They conclude by thanking Gelb for his kindness and cherishing their friendship, with a handwritten note adding "much love to you and Barbara".

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, clarifying the misunderstanding regarding her son Jo's visit to Philadelphia. She also tells her of an orphan who has become a teacher at the Philadelphia orphanage and inquires about acquaintances in Kentucky.