Covers the journey to S. Africa on the Drummond Castle, his arrival in Cape Town and search for work there, Port Elizabeth and his attempts over several months to find employment.

There is an interesting description of the Port Elizabeth Agricultural Show and of social activities such as skating, moonlight concerts, athletics, Zulu choir and sea-bathing (he had a narrow escape from shark); also describes King Williams Town and Durban. Also a testimonial to his character and industry signed by A. Walsh, Managing Director, B.G. Lennon & Co.

Giving news of family and friends and giving him advice as to his future.