James Taylor

[Northwest quarter, northeast quarter, southeast quarter, section 8, township 2 south, Mt. Rushmore Geological Survey Map] Weather conditions in Rapid City area afternoon of June 9; Unsuccessful attempt to reach Echo Valley from Keystone approximately 8:30 p.m.; Checked into a Keystone Motel; Flood waters and observations of people escaping; Evacuation to Mt. Rushmore; Food and shelter available at Mt. Rushmore; Description of damage in Keystone area; Attempted to walk into Echo Valley to pick up possessions.

June 16, 1972

Stephen Ward