Mrs. Eells gives birth to baby boy named Myron. John C. Fremont and his men arrive at Waiilatpu. He leaves some cannonballs and a mule, the Whitmans later name him Uncle Sam. Dr. Whitman was not present during this visit. Dr. Whitman finally reaches the Dalles and reunites with his wife.
Emigrants drain Whitman of all supplies except potatoes.
The Whitmans are at Fort Walla Walla on their way back to Waiilatpu. Upon their return they find very crowded conditions. Their family now consists of Mary Ann Bridger, Helen Mar Meek, David Malin and Perrin Whitman. Mrs. Whitman's health is very poor. A New York native, Geiger was contacted by Gray to help at the Whitman Station.