Here they were rejoined by the people of Mr.Crooks, who had with them a horse and a dog, which they had recently procured.
The poor fellows were in the most squalid and emaciated state.

Three of them were so completely prostrated in strength and spirits that they expressed a wish to remain among the Snakes.

Mr.Hunt, therefore, gave them the canoe, that they might cross the river, and a few articles, with which to procure necessities, until they should meet with Mr.
Crooks.

There was another man, named Michael Carriere, who was almost equally reduced, but he determined to proceed with his comrades, who were now incorporated with the party of Mr.Hunt.After the day's exertions they encamped together on the banks of the river.

This was the last night they were to spend upon its borders.