YELLOW SKY
On the American frontier most people were very
independent. Some individuals were extremely so, considered idiosyncratic even
by their contemporaries. These persons were often among the most capable. The
type shown here, probably bored with farming and ranching, might pursue hunting
and trapping. Curious he would explore, thus becoming familiar with the
geography, climate and Indian inhabitants. These individuals became invaluable
as pioneer guides and military scouts.
