This overland narrative begun in the spring of 1861, with the expedition of Captain Armath. Mintz, The Trail 13. Argyle's first name was actually Annie. Howes A306. Graff 78: "Included is an interesting account of an overland trip from St. Joseph to California in 1864, via the Platte, Fort Bridger, Salt Lake City, and Virginia City." Eberstadt, Modern Overlands 11. Flake 196.