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From History of North Washington, published 1903, now in public domain. 
Submitted by Candy L. Grubb Feb. 26, 1997. Both above notices must remain 
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ERNEST H. SCHUTZE

	It is interesting to trace the influence of the excellent resources 
and fine government of freedom of this country on the dwellers of the 
European nationalities. Many of the most enterprising have forsaken the 
native land and have through hardships pressed their way to the frontiers of 
our own land and have there been the stalwart ones whose labors have aided 
in the rapid development of this region. Among those who come to our shores, 
there are none more worthy and substantial than those native to the 
Fatherland. The subject of this article is one of that vast number and 
certainly a review of his career will manifest his skill and industry since 
coming here and it is with pleasure we trace an epitome in this connection.
	Ernest H. Schutze was born in Germany, on May 11, 1855, the son of 
Carl E. and Amelia F. (Haval) Schutze, natives of the same land. The father 
died there in 1875 and the mother in 1886. The brothers and sisters of 
Ernest H. are Osweld H., Theodore H., Annie M., Amelia, and Mary. The 
earlier education of our subject was obtained in the primary schools but 
later the excellent educational institutions of Berlin contributed a first 
class training to him. Then he learned the machinist's trade, after which he
 was in the army for several years. 1883 marks the date of his arrival in 
America. Buffalo, New York, was the scene of his labors for a year, then he 
journeyed to St. Louis, later to Chicago, and afterward we see him managing 
an estate for John B. Hersey. After four years in this capacity he went to 
Kansas and there operated an estate of eight hundred acres for several 
years. Finally Mr. Schutze came to the Big Bend country, the year being 
1889, and later settled in Stevens county, six miles north from Usk, where 
we find him at the present time. He located land, mostly timber, then bought 
more until now he owns nearly a section of timber and meadow land. Mr. 
Schutze has also good mining  property and with his son owns a fine copper 
claim in the Lardeau country.
	In 1879, Mr. Schutze married Miss Eaton, whose father lives in 
Germany, the mother having died  some time since. 
	Mr. and Mrs. Schutze are members of the Lutheran church and he is 
an active Democrat, being interested in the welfare and progress of the 
country.
	In 1903 Mr. Schutze determined to investigate the Alberta country, 
with the intention of locating there if satisfied. After due exploration in 
this Canadian country, he returned to Cusick, where he is now in business. 
He is satisfied that the Calispell valley is one of the best and far 
superior to the Alberta regions.