The Brigham Young Center

Salt Lake City, U.T.
April 19. 1871.

Mr. Edward Young
Clintonville, Waupacca Co. Wisconsin.

Dear Brother.
Your favor of the 28th ult. came duly to hand. I was pleased to hear from you and would like to hear again. & as often as may be convenient, and your circumstances will permit. I was also gratified to hear of your success in the sugar business; should you have any for market. I would like to purchase some for family use. I wish to remind you also of the blackberries and the potash

John W. Young returned from Philadelphia on the 7th inst. he left his wife there, she having given birth to a son only a short time previous, he started back yesterday for the east in company with Bishop John Sharp on business pertaining to the Utah Southern Railroad, which is the name of the road we propose building southwards from this city, to connect with the mining districts & facilitate the bringing into market of low grade ores, which, without this means of transportation could never be made profitable. Another benefit we will derive from this road, and one which is, to us, of the very greatest importance, viz: the freighting of granite for the erection of the Temple.

Our season is rather backward, being wet and cold, although the wetness is by no means objectionable, and the prospects so far as they go, are favorable for a good crop.

Visitors have commenced coming in from abroad and we apprehend that a large number will cross the continent this year.

My health continues good for which I am very thankful, and with the exception of Prest. George A. Smith who is unwell, although we hope not seriously, -- so far as I can think now, the folks, that is our relations & mutual friends are generally well.

I would be pleased to hear from you immediately respecting the sugar &c. and would like to learn also what the prospects are for your return.

Remember me kindly to all friends, and in particular your family
I remain Your Affectionate Brother
Brigham Young