Ingraham Expedition: April 12, Tuesday
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Ingraham Expedition: April 12, Tuesday
Original Source
Encoded texts are derived from three typescript accounts of the 1892 Everglades Exploration Expedition found in the James E. Ingraham Papers and the Chase Collection in the Special and Area Studies Collections Department of the University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries. Digital reproductions of the typescripts are available at:
Moses, W.R., Record of the Everglade Exploration Expedition
Church, A., A Dash Through the Everglades
Contents
- Front Matter
- March 12, Saturday
- March 13, Sunday
- March 14, Monday
- March 15, Tuesday
- March 16, Wednesday
- March 17, Thursday
- March 18, Friday
- March 19, Saturday
- March 20, Sunday
- March 21, Monday
- March 22, Tuesday
- March 23, Wednesday
- March 24, Thursday
- March 25, Friday
- March 26, Saturday
- March 27, Sunday
- March 28, Monday
- March 29, Tuesday
- March 30, Wednesday
- March 31, Thursday
- April 1, Friday
- April 2, Saturday
- April 3, Sunday
- April 4, Monday
- April 5, Tuesday
- April 6, Wednesday
- April 7, Thursday
- April 8, Friday
- April 9, Saturday
- April 10, Sunday
- April 11, Monday
- April 12, Tuesday
- April 13, Wednesday
- April 14, Thursday
- April 15, Friday
- April 16, Saturday
- Back Matter
Electronic Publication Details:
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George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
2015
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Miami, Tuesday, April 12th.
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
Text:
Miami, Tuesday, April 12th.
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
Text:
Miami, Tuesday, April 12th.
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
We left at daylight and got breakfast on the boat. Wind light from the west. Went out through Bears Cut and ran to New River, some 30 miles and then up the river 5 or 6 miles, stopping for a few minutes at Fort Lauderdale house of refuge on the way. The river from the inlet to this house runs parallel to the ocean then makes a sharp bend to the westward. It helps drain the Everglades and in its general characteristics resembles the Miami River. It is bordered by some hammocks and the pine land appears to be of very good quality. The lands along this river are underlaid with rock of the same kind as on The Miami, but apparently not so close to the surface. Several Indians have their homes on this stream and we passed that of John Jumpers' who with his squaw were at the House of Refuge and followed us until we passed their clearing. We afterwards learned they asked Mr. Denis O'Neil and Messrs. Pent and Sanders, several questions as to what we wanted, who we were, etc. Jumpers improvements consisted of two palmetto thatches and about an acre of hammock cleared in which we saw growing corn, potatoes and pumpkins.
On our return to the inlet a shower came up, the weather looked very unsettled and the boatmen decided to remain until the weather became more settled and not attempt to get to Lake Worth tonight, the bar being difficult to cross even in the day time, so we camped on the beach.
Before reaching New River inlet today we saw a very large fish, estimated by Capt. Pent to weigh about 2 tons. Our skippers called it a "Grampus". It came within 20 feet of the boat and near the surface, but not near enough for the rifle shot which Mr. Ingraham gave it to be effective although it made very rapid time for deep water after feeling the ball. April 12th. Left on sail-boat, "Margaret" for New River and Lake Worth, Capt. Pent.
Left Newman and Baker to finish levels to Falls and line to island #1. Has hired men at Lemon City and begins today. Both he and Baker pretty much worn out and needed rest. We all own much to Mrs. Tuttle and family for information, help and hospitality in our distress on arrival and after. None will ever forget it.
Arrived New River Inlet 11 A.M., sailed 8 miles up river. Found similar rock to that found at Miami Falls showing above "Jumper's" camp,- rapid current - good land. Pine in fair quantities,- hammock island, dry land runs back to prairie then into glades.
Think this body of water important factor in draining glades, and am told that about 8 miles above Refuge Station rapids exist; but wind changes, and we were unable to make run to them. So returned to bar at Inlet. Found too heavy sea on, hard squall coming in from S.W. and Captain thought best to wait inside. Wind grew to half a gale and turned to N.E. a howling Nor Easter, so Captain kept us inside. Took bath. Saw big spotted or leopard sharks close in beach. Got supper amid heavy rain; slept in boat,- very uncomfortable. [There is no entry for this date. Last date in this text is April 7, 1892.]
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