Missouri River approaching Cannonball River — Patrick Gass: October 17, 1804

clear morning. Last night eight of the Indians came over to
see us, brought us some meat and remained all night. Cap-
tain Lewis gave them some presents this morning. At half
past ten the wind blew so hard down the river that we were
obliged to halt. At four we proceeded on with the assistance
of the tow line, though the wind still continued against us,
and having made about two miles, encamped on the south
side. Several hunters went out this day and killed six deer:
one of them did not join us at night.
LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION 51