The Brigham Young Center

G. S. L. City, June 5. 1862.

Elder Joseph W. Young,
Florence, N. T.,

Dear Nephew:

I learn from your letter of April 1st "that the Mormon Reserve has been sold for tax," and, all things considered, I deem it best for you to pay the tax, as the amount is small, as so doing may be of advantage. When you pay the tax, be sure you pay it to and get a receipt from the proper person.

I advised you by telegraph, on the 26th. ult., in regard to the ox train, loading, &c., and have your acknowledgment of the receipt of that advice. I wish to again enjoin upon you to be very careful that each team are joined, it will be best to adjust them in a more equal manner; No one can reasonably object to these directions, for all should not only be willing but anxious that their teams, upon so long and expensive a journey, should haul a fair proportion of that which is to be brought, wherefore upon this important point I trust you will have no difficulty.

At latest advices high water in Hams Fork was detaining the advance companies, but the cattle were at the same time recruiting on good grass, and I presume they will arrive not more than about a month later than last year, and perhaps in less than that difference in time.

City Creek and other streams have done more or less damage to roads, bridges, &c.; but the new bridge on Weber will probably keep its place, at least br. L. Farr has given this as his opinion. Upon the whole, high waters, which appear to be somewhat abating, have caused but trifling damage as compared with other regions.

Work is progressing on the Temple, and home affairs continue prosperous [?].

Your Cousin Brigham preferred keeping on to Washington with Senator Hooper, having telegraphed from Deer Creek for my consent. They arrived safely at Atchison on the 25th ult., the latest we have heard from them.

I have forwarded $19,000, in gold by ______ ________ to br Horace S., which will be delivered to you, if Horace is not there when it arrives; and I wish you to be very careful that none of it is stolen from you, and that all of it is delivered to br Horace, or as he may direct.

Ever praying that all needed blessings may attend you to the successful performance of your arduous duties, I remain,

Your Brother in the Gospel

Brigham Young