with Capt. Wyeth[1] about 9 miles from the river, but was belated and accepted an invitation to turn in and lodge with a man by name Rickman,—pitched our tent. Part lodged in the house and part in the tent. He took nothing for our entertainment.
Sun. 27.—Prayed with the family and took our departure as soon as possible after an early breakfast, being fearful that the company would start early and we be left behind, but they did not decamp. Had we known that they would not, we should not; but should have complied with the pressing request of many and preached in Independence.
Mon. 28.—After seeing the animals packed ready for starting returned to Inde. to attend* to some things which in our hurry we had neglected. Came back and dined at Bro' Ferril's, a local preacher, who kindly gave us corn for our horses and entertained some of us; and then rode on and came into camp at dusk thankful that we were on our way to the farthest West.
Tues. 29.—Started early, accompanied by Bro. Edwards,[2] to find Bro. T. Johnson at the Shawnee Mission, about 7 miles from camp, but not knowing that course traveled twice that distance, but was much pleased to find Sister Johnson surrounded with Shawnee sisters engaged in quilting. Stayed over night; tried to purchase a horse from the Indians but could not agree on the price.
Wednes. 30.—Bought of Bro. Johnson a cow for beef. Started accompanied Bro. J. for the camp. After reaching the prairie Bro. Johnson Re'd from me for the Mis. Soc. $150.00.
Came into camp before night and was rejoiced for we feared we should be obliged to camp by ourselves.
Last evening the company encountered a terrible hail storm, but we had only a shower at the Mission.
Thurs. May 1.—A little before we encamped, saw a few
