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Stardate: 2418.09
Captain's Personal Log: <Begin recording> We are forced to abandon ship, thrusters offline, Lifesupport
failing and insufficent for the crew remaining following the explosion of the ISS Peacemaker. All hands have
been prepared for this on our journey to the red dwarf star, and the habitable planet. The systems cascade
failures did not allow for an orderly disembarkation. We are scattered over the continent. All were instructed to
take care of the injured, and survive as best they could. I would like to add one last commendation for the crew
of Cromwell: Lt Maris Dri, Chief of security. Once known as the light slayer has earned a new title, Light Savior.
She was the first to recognize the problem Cromwell would have with the holograms and lack of power."
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Carson Sesgaard, Personal Entry: Lt Martis and I have landed successfully, although not entirely safely. We
set off for the first settlement we could find, and encountered a hermit. Calling himself the Prophet Kronos, he
warned us we need to leave the planet in the next three months, but not why or how.
New Entry: We have traveled to a town called Solitaire. The locals are prone to violence, although there seem
to be good people here too. We met a preacher, who said the Prophet visits only once. We linked with Ens
Tas, Lt West, and a security officer who shows much promise, who I immediately gave a field promotion to Lt
(jg), Tanith Li. Additionally Dr Clark has been working his miracles here. Added notation For Dr Clark, he has
been owrking double duty, both as healer, rescuer, and assisting with the planetary investigations. He is
becoming a valued away team member. Additional crew are present, but Azel, a civilian sister to Tas, has been
kidnapped. They have been instructed to do they best they can, and follow after Martis and I after they find
Azel.
New Entry: Technology and Culture seems familiar, very much set in the old American Old West. The crew
have acclimated well so far.
New Entry: Coming out of the mountain into the Redstone hills has been peaceful. I am almost inclined to stay
here on the planet.
The Yellow Journal, Printed in Salvation for the New West
"All the news that fits, we print"
Special Edition
Black Bart Captured!
In a stunning reversal of fortune, Black Bart, who gunned down the sheriff of Salvation, was captured by a
sweet talking, unarmed ranger. Although he denies being a ranger, this quiet talking man has been referred to
as Colonel Reynolds, by his deputy. Probably one of the freedom fighter soldiers is my best guess.
This Lone Ranger, singled handedly, captured and jailed Bart by feeding him poison.
Cattle rustling, Horse Thief, Murderer are among the lesser charges. Bart even cheated at cards! As fast as
Bart was reported to be with his gun, he could not keep up intellectually with the stranger, and the Judge. The
hanging judge delivered, Bart Crest will swing for his crimes.
The prior deputy, Deputy Jim, was run out of town, poor fellow, and some new guy put in his place. A new
sidekick for the Sheriff was, with Jim now gone. This New sheriff chose two. A quiet fellow, who cannot even
play the harmonica. Additionally, Penny, from the Purgatory saloon, is practically deputized. And we know she
knows how to handle a gun. These three defended Black Bart from a mob lynching, saving him for the judge.
A well aimed shot by the Ranger took out one gunman, Forcing him to live in disgrace, and dispersing the rest
of the crowd.
Mortimer buried Black Bart in a minimally marked grave on Boot Hill after the trial.
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Indians are becoming bold on the Buffalo Plains. Several ranches have been burned, the homesteaders killed
in ways I cannot even describe. Cowboys bringing the cattle north to Deadrock report attacks. Herds of cattle
have been found wandering alone, the cowboys missing. Despite the army presence, this scourge is
worsening, not improving. Towns are calling for additional assistance. and protection. Deadrock reports the
"Iron Horse" train has been attacked. The engineers, firemen and Oilmen now ride armed. Conductors carry
shotguns for the protection of passengers riding between Deadrock and Salvation.
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Crazy Talk!
There is a vocal complaint of gun wielding Cowboys and Cowgirls in various towns. Salvation and Deadrock
are not the only locations. A story has begun circulating that someone is actually proposing that people leaving
their guns at the edge of town, as if that would work. This reporter says you can have my gun when you pry it
from my cold dead hand.
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The Silver that flows from the Silver Mountains is slow this year. There are reports of early winter snow,
slowing travel. Losses from shipping, transport bandits and indians are creating havoc with the economy.
Prices are skyrocketing. A pistol now costs 6 silver nuggets. A good horse and tack 4 Silver nuggets. The
ghost stories are worsening and becoming more ludicrous. Actual effectual work is becoming scarce. Mine
Owners are meeting to discuss sending armed men to enforce the work ethics that all miners should have to be
gainfully employed in the Silver Mountains.
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Deadrock's Sherrif and deputies were killed in a gunfight at the Bank. Never has anyone been so bold as to
hold up a bank before. Stage coaches, Miners on the way to town, and even attempted pirates on the seas,
Sure... Bank Robbery is new. Funeral services were held outside of town due to the Wild Bunch Gang riding
through town. This may be new because a new leader emerged heading up the wild Bunch, and adding new
tactics to the Wild Bunch gang with Bank Robbery. Range Police say the townsfolk did not see anything.
Although they suspect this is a lie, since the bank robbery was broad daylight, with the men and women were
only wearing face bandanas. This may mean there is some local support for the Robbers though, as they are
rumoured major contributors to the Widows and children's fund. This reporter questions the wisdom, as many
of the widows and widowers have been created by the Wild Bunch gang in the past.
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The horse that could not be ridden was rode! There is a new bronco busting cowboy in town! If you can find
him, meet Deadrocks newest celebrity! Rumor has it, he is spending a lot of time in Rose's Cantina.
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Pioneers have reported finding pieces of a broken ship along the eastern shores of the inland sea. More than
one piece of lumber has had teeth marks, and even an embedded tooth or two. With the recent discovery of a
life ring with the ships name, finally has confirmed what we have guessed for some time; The Mother Lode
was attacked by Roquels and sunk.
With the loss of the Mother Lode, only the Riverboat Gambler remains to sail the sea and transport
prospectors to the Big Muddy, and thence to the Silver Mountains. It is assumed the silver went down with the
Mother Lode, with loss of all souls aboard.
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The new All Departments Department Store Mail Catalog, soon to be released, would include mail order
homes! Build an abode worthy of a homesteader, anywhere you want. Stake your claim, lay down roots.
Homes to match the mail order brides!
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Cromwell B Reunion!!
All those from Cromwell, come to Salvation!
If you need assistance for travel, contact Salvation's Sheriff Reynolds or Deputy Desson
by telegraph
Meanwhile: DFA Academy Cadets:
A pair of Starfleet officers take a honeymoon on Chetzia. Known as the Riviera of the DQ, they go
sailing on the ocean. Fun, and dampness ensues. Will they manage to survive the coming storms? Washed
overboard, Life hangs in the balance, their bond of marriage may be all that keeps them alive. They have
survived, but are stranded, what is next?
Fleet Captain Carson Sesgaard
Commanding Officer
DFA Cromwell-B
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