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

STEPHEN BALDWN AND FAMILY                              D.M.C.                         1864

     Coming from Dutch Flat, California to Hood River in l864, Mr. Baldwin first settled on the tract now known as the "Ordway" place. After living on it for awhile he traded it for a Henry rifle.
     He then formed a partnership with A.H. Tieman and settled in the Upper Valley, going into the stock business.
     They were very successful in that business and, soon the Baldwin and Tieman Ranch became widely known. It was often called the "Bachelor Ranch" from the fact that both partners were bachelors, but when Mr. Baldwin was married to Mrs. Fremont that name was dropped. Mrs. Baldwin was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Stranahan and a very popular woman. She had one son which Mr. Baldwin adopted, and another son was born to them, both children sharing alike a father's love and protection.
     Mr. Baldwin died August 2, 1908, at the age of eighty six years. He had done much to benefit the community, and was greatly esteemed by all.

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