Shaver, F. A., Arthur P. Rose, R. F. Steele, and A. E. Adams, compilers. "An Illustrated History of Central Oregon." ("Embracing Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, Wheeler, Crook, Lake, & Klamath Counties") Spokane, WA: Western Historical Publishing Co., 1905. p. 622. HANS K. WEST is an example of what a man can do in the fertile regions of Gilliam county. He resides about three miles northwest from Condon, where he has a fine farm, and which has been gained, together with all his other property in this section, by his own unaided efforts since coming to this state. He is a man of energy and wise judgment, as is evinced by his various moves in the business world, and by the success that has crowned his efforts. Hans K. West was born in Waupaca county, Wisconsin, on August 16, 1874. His father, Peter N. West, was born in Denmark and came with his family to Wisconsin in 1874. He settled on a farm, and later brought the family to Dakota. His death occurred in 1886, and his wife, Mary (Davidson) West, died two years later. She was also a native of Denmark. Hans K. was educated in Kingston county, Kakota, mostly, although he secured one year's training since he came to this state. It was 1891 that he came to Oregon and cast his lot in this resourceful region east of the Cascades. With four brothers and one sister, he settled in Sherman county and together they wrought until 1898. In that year, Mr. West came to the place where he now lives and took a homestead, adding a half section by purchase. He started without means and took hold with the determination of making, from the raw land, a good home and a valuable farm, which he has accomplished in first-class shape. His property is now worth much money and he has fitted it up in good shape. In 1901, Mr. West married Miss Emma F. Moore, a native of Iowa. Her parents are mentioned elsewhere in this work. To this union two children have been born, Merle B., and Gladys Muril. Mr. and Mrs. West are young people of excellent standing in the county and have won the esteem and confidence of all. They are enterprising, well informed and progressive people, and manifest intelligent interest in public affairs and educational matters. ******************* Submitted to the Oregon Bios. Project in March 2007 by Diana Smith. Submitter has no additional information about the person(s) or family mentioned above.