Missouri River near St. Joseph area — Charles Floyd: July 7, 1804
The party departed early and continued upriver under clear, very warm weather. They encountered a stretch of strong current along the south side of the river, which forced them to tow the boat upstream using a cord (rope). After traveling about ten miles against the swift water, they made camp for the night on the north side of the river.
Set out errley prosed along, passed some Strong water on
the South Side, which Compelled us to Draw up by the
Cord Clear morning verry warm Strong water Came lo
miles Camt on the N. Side
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Set out early and proceeded along. Passed some strong water on the south side, which compelled us to draw up by the cord. Clear morning, very warm. Strong water. Came 10 miles. Camped on the north side.
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