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From History of North Washington, published 1903, now in public domain. 
Submitted by Candy L. Grubb March 5, 1997. Both above notices must remain 
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ISAAC STENSGAR
 
	Amid the rugged hills of Scotland was born, in the early part of the 
last century, one whose adventurous spirit and love of exploration led him 
soon to forsake his native land and turn toward the setting sun. After 
traveling over various portions of Canada and the United States, he entered 
the employ of the Hudson's Bay Company, and over fifty years ago, while 
discharging the duties as one of the trusted men of that company, he came 
into the Colville valley. He at once discerned the wealth that belongs to 
this region and while still in the employ of the company here for many years 
he determined to seek out a favorable place and make this his home. Such 
a place was found two miles north from where Addy now stands and Thomas 
Stensgar, the well known, respected and honored pioneer, made his home 
there. From that time until the day of his death, in 1891, Mr. Stensgar 
never failed to manifest a public spirit and worthy effort for the 
upbuilding and advancement of the county. His children, well known in the 
county, are mentioned in another portion of the work. Isaac, the immediate 
subject of this sketch, was born on the old homestead on May 11, 1865. Two 
miles from where he now lives,was located the little district school where 
he received his early training; as he grew up amid the surroundings of 
frontier life he manifested the disposition to carry on the good work his 
father had begun, and his industry  and close application to business have 
been rewarded by the possession of one-half section of valley land. This is 
well improved with a large eight-room dwelling, barn, fences and so forth, 
and sustains a nice bunch of cattle besides producing a large amount of hay 
and cereals.
	Mr. Stensgar is a member of the W. W. and also is an adherent to the 
Catholic church. He is a strong and active Republican and ever manifests a 
keen interest in active politics.
	Mr. Stensgar's  mother, a venerable lady, is still living with him 
on the old homestead. Her maiden name was Julia Plant. Her father, Antione 
Plant, was one of the earliest pioneers of the west, especially in Montana, 
and married a Flathead woman.