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Source: History Morris County New Jersey, Volume II, Lewis Publishing Co., 1914

W. O. SCHOENHEIT, a general and dairy farmer of German Valley, Morris county, New Jersey, represents a family which, while it has only been in this country a few generations, has amply proven its intense patriotism and love for the country of its adoption. His father, Lewis Richard SCHOENHEIT, was born in Germany, and after rendering excellent service to his native land as a soldier, was still a young man when he emigrated to America. He located in German Valley and there engaged in building business. Upon the outbreak of the Civil War Mr. SCHOENHEIT enlisted and was in active service until the close of the war. He was twice wounded, and on many occasions was commended for his bravery. He was chosen as one of the pallbearers at the time of the funeral of Lincoln. His death occurred at an advanced age in 1911. Mr. SCHOENHEIT married Henrietta B. GULICK, who died in 1910, and whose ancestors came to America in 1632, and they had children: W. O., Elmer E., and Mrs. Edith E. COLLINS.

W. O. SCHOENHEIT was born in German Valley, Morris county, New Jersey, in 1859, and he acquired his education in the public schools of that section of the county. Upon its completion he entered the employ of the Westinghouse Company with whom he remained as engineer for a period of fourteen years. He then left this company, and was a steam engineer in New York and Newark, and in 1903, came to German Valley and purchased his present farm. It is managed on the best and most practical business system, and is in flourishing condition. He is a Republican politically, and has served as a member of the election board. His religious affiliation is with the Lutheran church, and he is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Mr. SCHOENHEIT married Mary C. BEYER, of Hamburg, Germany, they have no children.

Transcribed by John Cresseveur (1949-2003)

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