Life of Kit Carson, the Great Western Hunter and Guide
CHAPTER XVII.
Road over rolling prairie -- Pawnee country -- false alarm of the presence of Indians -- Carson rides to discover the cause -- coast of the Platte River -- party of trappers from Fort Laramie -- one of this party joins Fremont's company -- buffalo -- appearance of the herds -- feasting in the camp -- Carson's mishap in the hunt -- Carson, Maxwell, and Fremont join in the chase. 157