Gaston, Joseph. "The Centennial History of Oregon, 1811-1912." Vol. 4. Chicago, Clarke Publishing Co., 1912. p. 464. J. H. HESSIG who since 1904 has been identified with the Klamath Telephone & Telegraph Company, was born in Hydesville, California, June 16, 1880, a son of Louis and Charlotte Hessig, the father a resident of Fort Klamath, while the mother is now deceased. He was one in a family of four children. In 1884 the family removed to Klamath Hot Springs and there J. H. Hessig resided until 1898, when he came to Fort Klamath. He homesteaded one hundred and sixty acres of land four miles north of Fort Klamath and became identified with agricultural interests in this section but since 1904 has been identified with the Klamath Telephone & Telegraph Company as its secretary and general manager, in which connection he is rendering valuable service to the public through the efficient service which the company gives to its patrons. In 1910 Mr. Hessig was married to Miss Augusta Melhase, who was born at Fort Klamath, February 27, 1893, and is a daughter of Richard Melhase. They now have one son, Richard Louis. In politics Mr. Hessig is a democrat and has served as justice of the peace, in which connection he has rendered decisions that are strictly fair and impartial and proved his fidelity in office. His fraternal relations are with the Masons and the organization finds in him a worthy representative. ******************* Submitted to the Oregon Bios. Project in November 2007 by Diana Smith. Submitter has no additional information about the person(s) or family mentioned above.