“Every night, even though I ache from the day’s toils, my head is filled with dreams of the rich farm land of the Willamette Valley. I will build myself a fine, handsome homestead -- and I’m certain I’ll be rich within five years.”
2
“At every fort along the trail, prices have been higher than at the previous fort! This is outrageous! They’re taking advantage of us! If I had the chance to do it again, I’d buy more supplies in Independence.”
5
“You’ll not get yer wagon over them Blue Mountains, mister. Leave it! Cross yer goods over with pack animals. Get yerself a couple of good mules. Pieces of wagons litter the trail -- left by them folks who don’t heed good advice!”
