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Dewey and Father Reaney a Known Pair on Olympia Heroic Days
The article recalls P. J. Healy of Butte describing Admiral Dewey and Father Reaney aboard the Olympia during the Spanish American War. It also traces Missouri river navigation from keel boats to steamboats, noting Audubon’s visit, Whisky contraband episodes, and the broad impact of westward expansion on U.S. history. It weaves vivid memories of river travel, pioneer craft, and the era’s maritime life in Montana and the Missouri region.
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Olympia
Dewey
Manila Bay
Block Island
R. I
Montana
Philippines
Cavite
P. J. Healy
Butte Fire Department
Admiral Dewey
Healy
Machias
Chefoo
China
Father Reaney
Frazier
Charleston
Luzon
New York
Missouri River
Gallatin
Jefferson
Madison
Three Forks
United States
Missouri
Mississippi
Pacific Ocean
Lewis and Clark
Zebulon Pike
Major Long
Fort Benton
St. Louis
Fort Leavenworth
Yellowstone
Yellowstone River
Oregon Country
Northwest
Mexico
Pacific Coast
Pacific
Louisville
Cincinnati
Pittsburgh
Manuel Lisa
Assiniboine
Omega
Audubon
American Fur Company
Panama Canal
Fur Company
The
Sioux City Register
Joseph la Barge
St. Charles