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Transcribed from "History of North Washington, an illustrated history of Stevens, Ferry, Okanogan and Chelan counties", published by Western Historical Publishing Co., 1904.

     WALTER W. CLOUD, one of the prominent business men of Okanogan county, was born in Michigan City, Indiana, on August 25, 1873. He is the son of Stephen C. and Jennie (Wells) Cloud, who now reside on a farm near Loomis. He has one brother and two sisters.
     Walter W. was educated in Michigan City, graduating from the high school there in 1893. He followed bookkeeping in his native city for three years, then came to Loomis for his health. He sought out door exercise for one year, then engaged with the Loomiston Trading Company, which is now known as the Washington Commercial Company (Incorporated). His first-class ability, keen discrimination, and energy have placed him where he stands at the present time, joint owner with the company and bookkeeper in charge of the Loomis branch. His excellent standing throughout the community is evidenced by the fact that he was elected county clerk in 1898. He did not qualify for the office, however, preferring to remain with the company.
     On November 30, 1899, Mr. Cloud married Miss Lina May Hunt, a native of East Dover, Vermont. Mrs. Cloud was educated for a teacher and spent eight years in the work before marriage. She had come west for a visit and was teaching at Oroville, Washington, at the time of her marriage.
     Both Mr. and Mrs. Cloud are devoted members of the church. Mr. Cloud is also a member of the I. 0. 0. F.