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147 the bluffs extend to the banks of the stream. The North Fork at the point mentioned is surrounded by sand hills, covered with "shin valk". The Sweetwater runs through the same character of country. VI. I have not seen any evidence of coal in the vicinity of any of these streams. VII. I cannot remember of having seen timber suitable for building purposes in sufficient quantity for military purposes, upon or in the vicinity of any of these streams. Timber for fuel can be obtained at either of them. VIII. I do not think that hay can be cut in sufficient quantity for military purposes upon any of these streams, as there is very little meadow land. The Sweetwater would probably afford the best. IX. McClellan Creek has very little bottom land and it is subject