Slowey Hays to Rebecca Gratz - November 01, 1807

Writing to her niece Miriam, Rebecca praises her for her beautiful letter. She also remarks on the death of Miriam's baby niece and shares that Miriam's cousin recently lost a baby as well. Lastly, she shares that Miriam's cousin Horace fondly remembers her.

Margaret (Peggy) writes to her friend Rebecca with the primary purpose, as she makes clear, to receive a letter from the latter in return.

This letter, dated June 14, 1995, is from François Mitterrand to Elie Wiesel. Mitterrand expresses regret that Wiesel is anxious about comments he made on Bernard Pivot's show. He clarifies a controversy regarding a book by Péan concerning Mitterrand's relationship with René Bousquet. Mitterrand explains that a planned dialogue on Bousquet was not included in his book "Mémoire à deux voix," which he was late in completing due to illness. He affirms his commitment to major causes, particularly the remembrance of the Holocaust, and expresses his respect for Wiesel's similar dedication. The letter highlights Mitterrand's health struggles and his ongoing engagement with historical memory and public discourse.

Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Ann, inviting Ann's daughters to stay with her during the unrest in Kentucky and expresses her dismay about the war and hope for its quick end.

This is a handwritten greeting card from King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan. The front of the card features a golden monogram with a crown-like element. Inside, the message extends holiday wishes for a special time of year, hoping the recipient is surrounded by family and friends. It accompanies a gift, which is meant to add "Jordanian cheer." The card also highlights the cultural heritage of the region, specifically the centuries-old tradition of artisans using mother-of-pearl to create beautiful and opulent designs. The gift is likely a mother-of-pearl object, symbolizing the warmth of the Jordanian people and the "precious friendship for now, and all time." The card is signed simply "Abdullah and Rania".