ΓÇ£We tried floating our wagon across the Kansas when the river was high. The wagon overturned in the middle of the river and we lost everything we had. But weΓÇÖre not giving up! WeΓÇÖll be back and try again.ΓÇ¥
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ΓÇ£Check your supplies often. If you are near to running out of essentials, you can usually buy more at the forts. If you have no money, you might be able to trade with other travelers for what you need. DonΓÇÖt wait until too late!ΓÇ¥
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ΓÇ£My brother went overland to Oregon last year. He wrote and said that he spent all his money in Independence. He had no money left for buying supplies along the way, for paying ferries and tolls, or for hiring Indian guides.ΓÇ¥
