History of Early Pioneer Families of Hood River, Oregon. Compiled by Mrs. D.M. Coon

A.H. TIEMAN                            D.M.C.                    l864

     Andrew H. Tieman was born in Denmark, coming to the United States early in life. He joined the naval service and was a member of the crew on the ship in which Commodore Perry made his famous voyage to Japan in 1854. Later he came to the Northwest and as master of one of the river steamers came to the Middle Columbia.
     In 1864 he and S.M. Baldwin formed a partnership for the purpose of raising stock, locating on land in the upper part of Hood River valley. They were very successful in their efforts and soon acquired valuable property with many home comforts and even luxuries. The roads in those days were little better than trails yet parties of Hood River settlers from the lower valley would go to the Baldwin and Tieman Ranch in summer time, remaining several days, enjoying the wild mountain grandeur and the hospitality of the ranchers. It is needless to say that both the "Bachelor Ranchers" were welcome guests in the hones of those who lived in the lower valley.
     Mr. Tieman was a zealous member of the Masonic Order and at his death left his property to the Hood River Lodge.
     The Masonic building in the town of Hood River, on Second Street, was erected with the funds thus provided and was named Tieman Hall in memory of the giver.

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