View of Tonopah from the Railroad Depot. Part of the Tonopah R.R. Yard (3) showing freight which has spilled over from depot platform. (note SPC cars 420, 712; Tonopah RR 4-wheel caboose #13) 1905. (photo: State Archives, Museums and Historical Dept.). Stamp on front of photo: "J. E. Stimson, Artist, Cheyenne, WYO. 892" Stamp on back of photo: "Mallory Hope Ferrell P. O. Box 2837 Peachtree City, GA 30269." Stamp on back of photo: "Publication of this photo must give credit line to the Wyoming State Archives, Museums, and Historical Department."
Letter discusses the Clark's intention to purchase the Las Vegas Ranch for the railroad. McWilliams discusses the necessary measures to get a proper survey of the ranch.
Letter discusses the need for a new house-keeper and cook at the Las Vegas Ranch. Smith addresses the problems with hiring a woman and suggests hiring a Chinese man.
Letter describes the behavior of Kiel Ranch operator, George Lattemore, in selling wine and whiskey to settlers in Las Vegas. McDermott complains that Lattemore is selling wine to his Indian employees.
A Union Pacific Railroad train as a part of the construction for Hoover Dam. The front of the card reads: "First train in railroad pass, Boulder Dam Project, Oakes." Description given with postcard: "SP, LA & SL (UPRR) locomotive 6082 in Railroad Pass. Maybe spreading ballast on track."