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The Journal of Jedediah Smith
Mojave Desert crossing, Journey to California - 1826-27


Destitute
The Salt Plain I had passed during the day was about 15 miles long and from four to six miles wide. Entirely Level and destitute of vegetation. Presenting a surface of sand the most beautiful salt was found in many places and within two or three inches of the surface. I ascertained that although the salt was found in a layer it did not extend throughout the plain. In passing the plain pieces of the salt were frequently thrown out by the feet of the horses. The Layer was about ¾ of an inch thick and when the sand was removed from it I found the salt pure white with a grain as fine as table salt.

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