The Missouri is so rapid that it never rises to do much damage. Most of the eastern people seem to prefer traveling on those old-fashioned slow coaches which are liable to upset at almost any ditch or swampy place or creek. Instead, they could ride in a new velvet cushioned rail car at the rate of 30 miles per hour with almost perfect safety. Another reason why this country is better than the east is the excellent climate. I can get you or Aaron the agency of Aetna for any point in Kansas.
Money can be made here, the only task is the saving of it.
Hope you and Mother are feeling as well as the portions of the family in Kansas.