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"History of Colorado", edited by Wilbur Fisk Stone, published by The S. J. 
Clarke Publishing Co. (1918)  Vol. II


p.239-240



ED P. EPPICH.

	It is natural that in a large and growing city as that of Denver 
the insurance and investment business is of the utmost importance and 
along this line of activity Ed P. Eppich has achieved notable success, 
his office being located at No. 407 Bank block. He was born February 
24, 1871, in Chicago, Illinois, a son of Christoph A. Eppich, a native 
of Germany, who in 1862 came to American shores, first settling in 
Canada. Three years later, or in 1865, he located in Chicago, where he 
engaged in the shoemaking business. In later years he gave his 
attention to hotel keeping, but in 1879 he and his family moved 
westward and, selecting Denver as their future home, the father there 
engaged in the real estate business, being so occupied up to the time 
of his death, which occurred June 1, 1910, at the age of sixty-six 
years. Mr. Eppich always took a great interest in public policies and 
gave his entire support to the republican party. He made himself felt 
in party ranks and soon his ability was recognized when in 1886 he was 
elected a member of the Colorado house of representatives. He was 
active in committee rooms and also took his place on the floor of the 
house when occasion demanded in order to defend or introduce measures 
which he considered of vital importance. Always interested in the cause 
of education, he introduced a bill in the state legislature for free 
textbooks which at the time was defeated but later was passed by the 
house, the legislature thereby recognizing the justness and necessity 
of the measure introduced by Mr.Eppich. In every sense of the word he 
was a successful man, for he not only gained material independence but 
took a deep interest in mental and intellectual development. It may be 
said that he became one of Colorado's best citizens, a man of high 
thought and high aims, who ever had at heart the welfare of his 
fellowmen. He considered no effort too great in order to give something 
to the world which he believed to be of lasting value and in his life 
he wrought for good and sowed many seeds which have come to fruition 
though he has passed away. He was married to Elizabeth Riegel, who was 
born in Germany and came to America between the years 1866 and 1867, 
making the trip unaccompanied by any relatives. She came directly to 
Chicago, where she became acquainted with her future husband, and there 
the marriage ceremony was solemnized. Mr. and Mrs. Eppich had eight 
children, four sons and four daughters, of whom Ed P.Eppich was the 
second in order of birth. The mother survives and is a resident of 
Denver.

	Ed P. Eppich was educated in the public schools of Denver, the 
family having removed to this city when he was eight years of age. He 
continued his education until he was seventeen years old and then 
discontinued his studies in order to strike out for himself. Being 
educationally well prepared and of a practical mind-in fact a wide-
awake boy-he found no difficulty in obtaining employment and soon was 
installed in the office of Frith & Zollars, general agents for a number 
of fire insurance companies, his position being that of stenographer. 
He continued with this firm from 1887 until 1890 and there he obtained 
a sound general business training and a fair knowledge of the fire 
insurance business. In 1890 the firm was dissolved and Mr. Frith then 
took over its local business, Mr. Eppich continuing with him for two 
years. In 1896 he formed a partnership with T. T. Frith-a fitting 
consummation of his career as an insurance agency employe. The firm of 
Frith & Eppich was then established and continued under this 
nomenclature for ten months, or until November 1, 1896, when Mr. Eppich 
established himself independently, and he has since continued for 
himself actively engaged in the fire insurance business. On account of 
his long experience, his natural ability and his pleasant, genial 
disposition, combined with his close application, his agency has 
prospered and he has seen his business increase from year to year as 
time has passed. In addition to fire he now handles practically all 
classes of insurance and considered from every point of view the 
financial results obtained from the business are entirely satisfactory. 
Moreover. Mr. Eppich has branched out into the real estate field and he 
also places investments. Upon engaging along this line he closely 
studied the local markets and opportunities and is considered an 
expert, his advice being often sought on matters of general investment 
or such of a real estate nature.

	On the 1st of January, 1896, in Los Angeles, California, Mr. 
Eppich was united in marriage to Miss Louise E. Knecht, a native of 
Chicago, Illinois, and a daughter of Gustav and Sophie (Schaun) Knecht, 
both deceased, the latter a member of a well known Chicago family of 
German origin. To Mr. and Mrs. Eppich were born three children: 
Margaret S., whose birth occurred in Denver in October, 1896; Elinor 
M., who was born in this city in January, 1898; and Karl E., who was 
born in this city in February, 1902.

	Mr. Eppich is proud of the fact that when he started out on 
life's activities at the age of seventeen he was what is called a boy 
on his own resources, but by diligent application and close attention 
to matters in hand he has worked himself up to the position which he 
now occupies and he may well be proud of this fact, as he has by his 
attainments demonstrated his resourcefulness, his honesty, his 
straightforward business policy and, in general, qualities which are a 
credit to any successful man. Politically he is a republican but has 
either grudged the time or else has not had the inclination to actively 
participate in public affairs, although he is never remiss in 
supporting any measure which may be undertaken for the benefit of his 
city, state or nation. All movements undertaken in the interests of 
humanity, in the interests of commercial growth, in the interests of 
intellectual progress, find his ready support with words, deeds and 
financial backing. He belongs to the Denver Civic and Commercial 
Association and to the Denver Athletic Club, evidencing through the 
latter connection his sincere belief in training as a means of keeping 
a sound body as a habitat for a sound mind. He was reared in the 
Lutheran faith-and fraternally belongs to the Masons, being received 
into the order in Denver. He has attained high rank. being a Shriner 
and also is a member of the Scottish Rite. The life record of Mr. 
Eppich demonstrates what may be achieved it industry, ambition and good 
judgment point the way and his record should stand as an example to 
others who have to start out upon life's journey empty-handed and 
desire to reach success.