Correspondence and a typed carbon copy of a biographical sketch (4 leaves) of V.M. Smith, Leroy's father, who moved from Vermont to Marshall, Minn. to N.D. and purchased Antelope Farm from Hugh Moore. Includes mention of V.M.'s experiences as a miller in Minnesota, a description of Antelope Farm buildings, its soil and livestock, Smith's experiences upgrading his draft horses, and raising hogs.