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Daniel responds to news about the family farm and crop prices. He talks about friends and family back home, and also mentions that he has been saving some of his money.

Daniel mentions that he has begun work as an assitant carpenter. He asks for various updates from home, and mentions he is going to write a letter to Irvin.

Daniel discusses news from home and talks about getting a gift for Irvin's birthday if he has time. He mentins again that the canal is extremely well-guarded, and that he doubts there is a chance anyone could get through it by force.

Daniel answers a question his family had about his letters, and mentions that food can be preserved if it is wrapped up properly. He also indicates that the Panama Canal is very well guarded, with more guns being brought in every day.

Daniel responds to news from back home, and reminds his mother to let him know what happened to his car. He emphasizes that he is sick of asking about the car, and that he wants to know what happened to it.

Daniel mentions it is his first Saturday off since arriving in Panama. He talks about the persistent rain, his daily work and his health issues.

Daniel describes the difficulties associated with being on alert. He talks about the work they are doing every day in Panama, and mentions that he recently developed more film rolls.

Daniel thanks his mother for sending over pictures for his photo album. He asks about his car again, and describes his experiences working guard duty.

Daniel discusses working guard duty for 24 hours. He also mentions seeing old ruins in Panama City. He reminds his family once again to write more often.

Daniel writes about returning to Fort Amador, and mentions that he has purchased a photo album. He also sent along some stamps that he gathered while in Panama.