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page number 26 July. nearly 2 miles long, in consequence of the winding course pursued. The bottom is formed of quicksands and is somewhat dangerous. the water is from 2 to 4 feet deep. We put 10 mules to each wagon and all went over safely, except two of the finest ones, which caused some trouble. the mules fell down and chains broke &c. However got over safely and marched 7 miles and camped on Lodge Pole Creek, int he midst of a violent rain storm. Placed Lieut Bradley in arrest for disobedience of orders. " 4th Marched 30 miles camping at the 2nd crossing of Lodge Pole Creek. Turned over 7 men to Capt Kostman 6th U.S.Vols. Comdg. Post. It seems the Q.M. runs a mail from Sedgwick