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Emigrant Journey to Fort Hall and the Columbia
The narrative describes emigrants guided to Fort Hall by Captain Grant, with many turning toward the Columbia River. It notes mining success on the Pacific coast and Civil War strain on resources, plus reflections on commerce and credit built by gold and war demands. The article then shifts to local life, praising Clatsop Plain, Skipanon Landing, and hospitality along journeys northward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atkinesa
New York
Oregon
Columbia
Gaius
Mr. Weyeter
Mr. Detferwe
Peesesion
Viper Imielagent
Peruavent
Coum
Northwest Company
Montreal
Hideous Boy Company
Tte
Ludes
Diet
Turte
Crupanien
Waieo
Paco Company
Astor
Watoun
Weil
Madson
Mr. Astor
Maine
Assuria
Fort George
Dodie
Wenkonmkogg
Williman
Livdeen’s Bay Company
Uregun
Whilman
Aweredus
Oke
Wagtide
Fort Hall
Uoiva Pa
Grant
Madera's Bay Company
Columbia River
Lewis River
Snake River
Spankling
Bes
Willman'e
Ile
Spaulding
Se 168
Barnes
Uaiturua
Dovtur
Pactor
Willamemne
MuLaughlie
Hadevn’s Bay Company
Coures
Europe
Pacific
Chili
Chima
East Indias