Preface
On solicitation of prominent Scandinavian-Americans, a year ago, I undertook to write a volume or two, entitled, “Scandinavians on the Pacific.” At the launching of this idea an untold number rallied around me with sweet tongues, but many who pretended to furnish historical data fabricated delusive smiles of impertinent selfishness. Others, however, have been frank in ushering kind assistance. The author is indebted to the following gentlemen for willing advice and information: John Blaauw, Editor of Tacoma Tidende, Tacoma; George Bech, Author of “Hæng Ham,” etc., Seattle; Rev. T. J. Moen, Fairhaven, and N. P. Leque, Stanwood.
T. O. S.