Letter instructs McDermott to travel to Las Vegas to oversee the ranch and begin operations for the Union Pacific Railroad Company.

Letter describes Bracken's travels in Los Angeles and San Francisco as well as the loss of his stenographer, Clippinger.

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.

Caption: Automobiles bought by company during strike

Letter calls into question expenses for protecting railroad property.