I found that a hand has of the market to and there is no more 021/ miles at the junction of a camp near head of the river. I hope I shall be able to go out next - can get some provisions and have a good time out here some. How now 1612 or 3 courses of action I think you should try one course of action and then try another if that fails to bring up any of the men who are working on your line. I would advise you to start out in a day or two and look for the men. If you find them, ask them what they are doing and why they are not working on your line. If they say they are looking for gold, tell them that you are not interested in gold but in the line. If they still refuse to work on the line, then you can take any action you think necessary. I hope this helps. Let me know how it goes. Sincerely, [illegible] Feb 5 Howard Co., Cal. To whom it may concern: This is to certify that I have been employed by the Howard Company as a [illegible] since the 1st of January, 1902. My salary is $[illegible] per month. I am a good worker and always do my duty faithfully. I am willing to work overtime if necessary. I am also willing to take any other position that the company may offer me. I hope you will give me a fair chance. If you need any more information, please let me know. Sincerely, [illegible]