July 22, 1921 Mr. William Randolph Hearst Las Estrellas San Simeon, California Dear Mr. Hearst: So far I have found three men for "shipping" men with the following qualifications: 1- A man about 35 years, thoroughly reliable, at present an accountant, but for a number of years a Clerk of Works. He has had no experience with handling fine materials. 2- A man about 55, very accurate and painstaking, that we have employed from time to time as an inspector. Nothing would escape him. 3- A man in New York now, of about 35, who has had charge for Paul Chaflin of antiques, bookkeeping, and supplies for the Deering estate in Florida. It seems a long way to go for a man but it might pay as he knows the value of fine things and understands the necessity of careful handling. He is a good bookkeeper and has had years of experience in just this same kind of work. I have known of him for several years and have thought at times of adding him to my office force. His present salary is $60.00 per week. If none of these sound promising, I will try again. Yours very truly,