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Rh Journal, with editorial notes by T. C. Elliott. Vol. 15, pages 39-63; 104-125. March; June, 1914

This portion of Thompson's Journal relates to his trip from Kettle Falls to Astor's post at Astoria, and back to Spokane House. After building a canoe at Kettle Falls he starts on his voyage to the mouth of the Columbia. The Journal begins: "July 3, 1811, Voyage to the mouth of the Columbia, by the grace of God, By D. Thompson and seven men on the part of the N. W. Company." He arrived there July 15th and makes the following entry: "At 1 P. M. thank God for our safe arrival, we came to the House of Mr. Astor's Company, Messrs. McDougal, Stuart & Stuart, who received me in the most polite manner, and here we hope to stay a few days to refresh ourselves." On July 22nd he set off on the return journey, and prays "Kind Providence to send us a good journey to my family and friends." He arrives at Spokane House August 13th. "Thank God for His mercy to us on this journey."

Story of Lewis and Clark Journals. Vol. 6, pages 26-53. March, 1903.

In this article Mr. Thwaites traces the collection, disposition and final publication of the Lewis and Clark manuscripts

Report of the committee * * *[on] an inquiry into the situation of the settlements on the Pacific Ocean, and the expediency of occupying the Columbia River; accompanied with a bill to authorize the occupation of the Columbia River. January 25, 1821. Vol 8, pages 51-75. March, 1907.

This is known as Floyd's Report.

Report of the select committee * * * [on] the expediency of occupying the mouth of the Columbia River. April 15, 1824. Vol. 8, pages 290-294. Sept. 1907.

This embodies a report from Brig. Gen. T. S. Jesup, addressed to Floyd.

Military reconnoissance in Oregon, 1845-46; edited by Joseph Schafer. Vol. 10, pages 1-99. March, 1909.