After 3 miles, Green Creek , not to be depended upon , and Prospect Hill, a good look -out. Then, at intervals of 3 miles, Harper's, Woodworth 's, and Greasewood Creeks, followed by heavy sand. At 17 miles, “ Saleratus Lake," on the west of the road . Four miles beyond is “ Independence) Rock," Ford Sweetwater, leaving the “ Devil'si Gate” on the right. Pass a blacksmith 's shop. Sage the only fuel. Plante or Muddy Station ;  family of Canadians; no conveniences.............  33 miles 2:30 pm to 9:15 pm Aug. 17, 1860