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Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria about the effects of Yellow fever, including the death of a New Orleans pastor, and tells Maria that their Philadelphia social circle desires to see Ben.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca tells her sister-in-law Maria about her trip to Washington, D.C.and the lingering effects of an accident she had. She also shares her thoughts about Nat Turner's rebellion and expresses her concern for Maria's family's safety.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca expresses her concern for her sister-in-law Maria and her brother Ben after the death of their eldest son, Benjamin. She also hopes for their visit and updates her on the health of family members.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca informs her sister-in-law Maria of the latest novel she is sending and updates her on the health of family members and her brothers' involvement with the general election.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, hoping for a visit. She also gives updates on family and friends, expresses her admiration for a charitable widow, and critiques the fanfare surrounding the visits of prominent public figures.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
After making extensive preparations for her sister-in-law Maria's visit, Rebecca expresses her deep disappointment that she and her family cancelled their trip to Philadelphia. She also discusses the health issues of her cousins and the effects of the Small Pox outbreak in the Orphan Asylum.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca continues to persuade her sister-in-law Maria to visit Philadelphia after the death of her eldest son, Benjamin. She also informs her of the marriage of Ben Etting, her nephew, to Harriet Marx Etting.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca continues to tell her sister-in-law Maria about her brothers' activities during the general election, tries to calm Maria's fears before giving birth, and updates her on the health and wellbeing of family members.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Writing to her sick sister-in-law Maria after he visit to Philadelphia, Rebecca expresses her desire to see her again and gives updates on the health and travels of family and friends.
Rebecca Gratz Correspondence
Rebecca writes to her sister-in-law Maria, announcing the birth of Isaac Hays's second son, William Dewees, and the death of her long-time friend, Slowey Hays. She also shares more details about her niece's future husband.
