Letter discusses the value of Las Vegas. Clark states that Las Vegas would make a good head-quarters for the Engineering and Construction Department and can provide produce for nearby markets.
The photograph is of Fremont Street with the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad depot at the left center. The view is from Second Street looking southeast. Fremont Street was the central business district within Clark's Las Vegas Townsite. The San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad depot was located at the northwestern end of the street. Site Name: Fremont Street (Las Vegas, Nev.)