Translated from 'Nordmændene i Amerika' by Martin Ulvestad. 1907. Clallam County The Norwegian settlement in the vicinity of Swan, Royal and Ozette Post Offices was established in the 90s. The Alaska-farer Severin O. Jerstad, who lived in this county, writes, "The first Norwegians had to withstand many hardships. It was truly not easy to come to this thick primeval forest far from any steamship landing and far from any railroads. Everything had to be carried on their backs - for 10 to 25 miles and it took many days. At nights they had to sleep outside - often soaked to the skin." There are three Norwegian congregations in this county, all belonging to The United Church. The first Norwegian to hold public office here was Hans J. Bugge of Port Williams. He was elected Commissioner in 1904.