Mooers and Singleton pitched the idea of exploring the hills south of the El Paso's to the only person in the area with a team and wagon- a man by the name of C.A. Burcham. Ironically, Burcham was planning to return home to San Bernardino, as he, like many prospectors, was discouraged and demoralized by his lack of success. But, somehow, Mooers and Singleton sold Burcham on the idea of becoming a partner in this endeavor- on the condition that Mooers and Singleton would provide the horse feed and three barrels of water for the expedition.
In order to divert attention away from their destination, the three men made it clear to anyone who would listen, that they were fed-up, and that they were going to quit prospecting after checking their claims in Goler Canyon one more time.
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