Payton, John

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FERRY ON THE WASHITA        November 28, 1832.

John Payton has just completed his ferry boat, which is 45 feet long and made of the best materials.

It is now ready to accommodate travelers and others who may pass to and from Little Rock.

6 horse wagon     1 dollar

4 horse wagon     75 cents

2 horse wagon     50 cents

1 horse wagon     37 1/2 cents

Man and Horse    12 1/2 cents

Source: Arkansas Advocate, December 19, 1832.