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Bluff was named after fur trapper Hiram Scott. In late October, 1828, Scott had been sent on a trading expedition by General William Ashley. When they reached this area, Scott became very ill and unable to ride a horse. His companions had two choices, stay and die with Scott or continue without him. They abandoned Scott at the bluffs. His bones were found by fur trappers years later, Hence the name Scotts Bluff. On August 17, 1853, in close proximity to Chimney Rock, the wagon train pulled into a circle, oxen were unhitched, and preparations made for the nicht. Guards were posted, as was never far from mind. This night, James and Sarah had Chimney Rock (Courtesy Lois Kribs) more immediate concerns. Their son, James Chadwick Tooth was about to be born. Fires were made, water boiled, clean cloths and blankets made ready, but before James Chadwick made his entrance into the world the awful cry of "fire" was heard. The wagon next to them had caught fire. Frantic was attended by a Dr. Allen who was among the'immigrants 42 |
