Missouri River near Gasconade River — John Ordway: May 26, 1804
The day began with thunder and rain. The expedition continued upriver, passing a stream they called Otter Creek. They made camp for the night on the north side of the river. The entry is brief, noting only the weather, a passing landmark, and the campsite location, with no mention of other events, encounters, or decisions.
thunder & rain this mornmg passed a Creek called Otter Creek2
encamped on N. Side
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Thunder and rain this morning. Passed a creek called Otter Creek.
Camped on the north side.
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