Folded letter from Ephraim Hoover to William Provo

May 28, 1850

A letter written by Ephraim Hoover to William Provo on May 23, 1850 describes his journey from Indiana, beginning on March 28th and ending in Polk County, Iowa on April 17th. Ephraim emphasizes the richness of the land in Iowa and his purchase of "80 acres of deeded land" with the intent to buy more and plant corn. Informing them that he lives on the North River, approximately "7 or 8 miles from Fort Desmoins," Ephraim comments on the abundance of natural resources, including the "good timber," fish and game, and corn. He goes on to explain the recent sale of two horses "for $175.00" and the birth of a colt to his Bay mare. Ephraim asks about another relative named "Henry" and his plan to move to Texas, and then closes out the letter by giving his address and requesting a letter from his family in return.