E.W. Blake was the founder and first postmaster of the small town of 'Blake' up what is now Harmony Heights Loop. It had a school for his children, as well as others that lived close by. He came to the U.S. from Canada and homesteaded the land. He had 12 children in all by 1903 when his profile was included in the History of North Idaho. Several of his children attended the school in Blake. In addition to being the town's postmaster, he also farmed. His property reportedly had a fine supply of spring water and he grew wonderful tomatoes and 'kindred vegetables'. He was a longtime member of the Baptist Church.

Above is a photo of the Blake School in 1903 and below is a photo of the Blake Post Office. (Photos courtesy of Clearwater Historical Museum)

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