The speech outlines the "present state of affairs of the Brotherhood". Mr. Jackson reports on the first Congress of the Brotherhood held in Chicago, Illinois. Speaks of new recruitment efforts and new Circles. Discusses the situation over in Ireland; the arrests of various Brotherhood members. He gives personal thanks to various organizers and leaders within the Brotherhood in America. The letter discusses Mr. Jackson's displeasure with a Mr. Sweeney not being able to purchase rifles due to a previous expenditure.
