I found a fascinating pioneer journal online. Henry R. Schoolcraft was in the area of Washington County MO in 1818 and tells of his travels and details of pioneer life. http://history.smsu.edu/FTMiller/LocalHistory/Schoolcraft/schcrftexcpt.htm Warmest Regards, Donna [Researching McCreary, Hughes, Vance in Washington & St. Francois Counties]