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Show 4520 Barnes- D 2540 A Yes sir, we had some; run on to sandbars about twice, I believe. Q In that stretch of the river from Dandy crossing down to Lees Ferry where did you get your best water, below or above Warm creek? A Below Warm creek, I would say, my experience with it. Q Did you make any other trips with this large launch? A Nothing but short trips. Q What do you mean, short trips? A Used to go up around the bend in the river; I think it is about two miles, possibly two and a half, for prospecting purposes. BY THE SPECIAL MASTER: Q For what purpose was it obtained -- was the launch brought there? A It was brought there -- they supposed it would handle the barge with coal. Q It was brought for use as a carrier for coal? A Yes, I would say as a tug boat to handle barges. BY MR. BLACKMAR: Q What difficulty did you have with that launch and the barge in coming around bends in the river? A Down or up? Q Let's take up first, and then down. A Well, if you didn't hit the current just right, and |
