Thursday, September 30
Badgers rally past St. Maries
BONNER FERRY — The Badgers fought their homecoming game hard against St. Maries, coming from behind to score 26 unanswered points in the second half to win 32-20.
Clark Fork lights up the second half
CLARK FORK — After a fairly tight first half, Clark Fork broke the game open to cruise to a 54-6 North Star League victory over Kootenai Friday night.
Wednesday, September 29
Sandpoint needs highway bypass
Does Sandpoint need a bypass? I say yes. Is Sand Creek the best way? I really don't know, but it is the only way. To put it in another spot is wrong. The railroad is there, the land is there, and it will only affect one building.
USFS seeks help in bridling vandalism
SANDPOINT — The U.S. Forest Service is appealing to the public for help in curbing vandalism on public lands.
Bulldogs and Wampus Cats at home tonight
SANDPOINT — In what may be Sandpoint's biggest test to date, the Bulldogs face the Lewiston Bengals at 7 p.m. tonight at Barlow Stadium.
Newsstand theft was not a perfect crime
On most days, we are pretty happy when copies of the Daily Bee disappear out of the 100 or so newspaper racks scattered from the Canadian border to Athol.
Careful cleaning prevents sooty mess
Several days ago I received a call from a family member who was totally frustrated at trying to clean soot covered walls. She had just spent three full days and nights trying to get her walls clean. She said every time she tried to wash the walls, she would end up with long black streaks covering her freshly washed walls. The following information was provided to her:
Tunnel plan offers something for all
I found Skip Pucci's recent guest opinion on placing the bypass underground most interesting. I have seen this sort of solution commonly used in Italy and Austria. Duluth, Minn., has done something vaguely similar in a successful attempt to preserve its waterfront.
Vacation rentals concern just a few
For the past few months, the issue of vacation rentals have been discussed at the Administrative Committee level. With little or no public notice or complaints, committee members have taken it upon themselves to direct the council to address the issue with "instructions to drop the notion of no regulations." It is my opinion that the committee has gone way beyond its position as advisors to the City Council and at the same time done so with almost no factual study or information to base their recommendation.
Monday, September 27
Sandpoint shuts out Lake City soccer teams
Sandpoint 6,
Careful cleaning wipes up soot mess
Several days ago I received a call from a family member who was totally frustrated at trying to clean soot covered walls. She had just spent three full days and nights trying to get her walls clean. She said every time she tried to wash the walls, she would end up with long black streaks covering her freshly washed walls. The following information was provided to her:
Carol Bloom, 62
Carol Bloom, 62, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2004, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Thursday, September 23
Wampus Cats remain undefeated
PLUMMER — Clark Fork's Clayton Hewitt rushed for three touchdowns, ran for two extra points and passed for touchdown and an extra point to lead the Wampus Cats (4-0) past Lakeside in North Star League action.
Seasons at Sandpoint breaks ground on development
SANDPOINT — The geese were flying overhead, dirt was moving in the background and a million dollar view acted as the backdrop.
Frances King Shellhorn, 93
Frances King Shellhorn, 93, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Tuesday, September 21
LPOSD headed in right direction
My hat is now off to the LPOSD school board — batting four for four by my book: Going to the education model, ending an era of nepotism, the timely opening the books to all of us riff-raff citizens for examination (the daily attendance records regarding the emergency levy were truly open to the public before the meeting — a refreshing experience, for sure) and considering this year's emergency levy in the manner and the intent for which the levy process was designed.
Concerns should go to board, not public
The purpose of this letter is not to express my opinion about the Panida issue, but rather to express my concern about how e-mails that were internal to Panida board members were shared by Michael Boge and then used by Bob Gunter and Erik Daarstad to make their point
Hijacking of theater hurts community
It is with sadness that I write an open letter to the community I call home. Not for the actions directed at my wife, but for the hijacking of our historic theater.
Mary B. Peterson, 92
Mary B. Peterson, 92, passed away in Sandpoint on Monday, Sept. 20, 2004.
Monday, September 20
Della Louise Hatcher, 89
Della Louise Hatcher, 89, of Poulsbo, Wash., died in Seattle, Wash., on Sept. 16, 2004.
Lillian Patrick, 81
Lillian Patrick, 81, passed away at the home she shared with her daughter and family in San Pedro, Calif., on Friday, Sept. 17, 2004.
Brookshire tabbed to head county EMS
SANDPOINT — Gary Brookshire has been hired as the county's planned Emergency Medical Services department.
Column
Sept. 22 is the first day of fall. Leaves are already starting to change colors and temperatures are starting to drop at night.
Dorothy Beeman (Granniss) Barry, 92
Dorothy Beeman (Granniss) Barry, 92, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2004, in Kootenai, Idaho. Services will be held in Shelton, Conn. She will be buried in Shelton. Happy sailing, Dottie.
Bulldog Hall of Fame inducts 18 new members
SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Bulldog Athletic Hall of Fame will induct eighteen new members on Friday night after the Sandpoint-Bonners Ferry football game.
Sandpoint defeats Post Falls
POST FALLS — Cruising to a 25-17, 25-14, 25-22 victory over the Trojans at Post Falls, the Sandpoint volleyball team improved their Inland Empire League record to 3-2.
Sunday, September 19
Randy L. Poss, 57
Randy L. Poss, 57, died unexpectedly of natural causes on Sept. 17, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
NOTES FROM BOISE
The Interim Energy Committee met Sept. 2 to continue the development of draft legislation encouraging renewable electric energy development.
History sought on artworks' origins
I'm gathering some history of Sand Creek and have one question that has so far stumped everyone — who painted the fish "sculpture" and the bear paw design on the east bank of Sand Creek, upstream from Cedar Street Bridge? I believe the artwork originated as heating ducts from the Humbird Mill site. To view this creature, either the corner where Second Avenue turns onto Larch or the parking lot of Gas and Go work, although a boat is best. Please call me at 263-1145 or e-mail
Charities pose more danger than weapons
In the past few days the media have been awash with cries that the end of the assault weapons ban provides "the terrorists" with a steady source of weapons. Comments from captured al Queda documents encouraging purchase of weapons in the United States because it is easier than in other countries are gleefully quoted to show the administration's error in refusing to extend the ban and to show the superior wisdom of those supporting it.
Coverage of 9/11 was disappointing
I'm a very disappointed reader, as I'm sure others might be also, in that you have failed to acknowledge any kind of memorial or remembrance on the front page of your paper dated Sept. 11 2004.
E. Dale Pelton, 77
E. Dale Pelton, 77, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Thursday, September 16
Bruce Curtis
My loving husband, Bruce Curtis, died Sept. 6, 2004, peacefully at his home in Colburn, Idaho.
Ray Allen Thompson, 67
Ray Allen Thompson, 67, was called home on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004, after a heroic battle with cancer.
Miners cave under Clark Fork pressure
WALLACE — In their first North Star League game of the season, Clark Fork Wampus Cats dominated league newcomer Wallace 34-12 Friday.
Car chase, foot pursuit, crash and arrests in Sagle area
SANDPOINT — A car chase with speeds exceeding 90 mph ended in a foot pursuit, a crash and two arrests after a deputy attempted to stop a driver for speeding in a school zone in Sagle Friday.
Wednesday, September 15
Sandpoint spikes Grizzlies
SANDPOINT — Sweeping Newport in three straight, the Sandpoint girls volleyball team cruised to a 25-17, 25-18, 25-19 non-league victory Thursday night.
Commissioner did not understand appeal
In a recent Daily Bee, I read with great interest the rather long diatribe by Commissioner Jerry Clemons. It proved what I thought all along, that he did not understand my appeal at the Board of Equalization meeting. One of the first questions Commissioner Phillips asked was whether I was appealing the assessed value of my house. My answer was no, I was appealing the land assessment in excess of $150,000/acre.
Paul L. Kemp, 77
Paul L. Kemp, 77, passed away in Spokane, Wash., on Monday, Sept. 13, 2004.
Republicans are more meanspirited
One of the clear differences between Democrats and Republicans was exemplified by the two national conventions — meanspiritedness.
Mullan d. Clark Fork
CLARK FORK — Despite winning the first game, Clark Fork went on to drop the best of five match against Mullan 9-25, 25-18, 25-23, 13-25, 16-14 Thursday night.
Elgar is best choice for state representative
I am voting for Steve Elgar as state representative. By checking his Web site, www.steve-elgar.com, you will see he is the most qualified candidate for this position. My personal support goes beyond that. Although Steve is running as a Democrat, he is supported by most of the independent community. He represents the voters and is a citizen first and a party member, second. We all see how most politicians line up like ducks in a row behind party lines. Steve will be our representative because there are not enough independent Democrats to form a row. Remember General Patton's famous words, "When most think the same, few are thinking." We need a few more thinkers in Boise.
Hate is wrong basis for election decisions
As I see it, the presidential election boils down to two camps. In the first camp are the people who love President Bush. In the second camp are the people who hate Bush. The second camp could care less about John Kerry's ideas or past history. They are using him as a weapon to crush President Bush. If this weapon doesn't work, then they will find another, anything to beat Bush. Hate is the wrong motivation for any decision and is doomed to failure.
Did police arrest the wrong driver?
Did the Idaho State Police arrest the wrong driver? I feel Vickie Hamilton, the ambulance driver involved in the accident, should have been taken into custody, had her license revoked and permanently remove her from our highways.
Tuesday, September 14
Readers help lasso farm stains
Last week I received a very nice letter from Frieda Grove. She had several cleaning suggestions that I thought I would share with you.
Kathryne Ewing
Kathryne Ewing died of natural causes on Sept. 11, 2004, in St. Helens, Ore.
Sunday, September 12
Article missed point for project's denial
The Bee has again reached the epitome of unresearched and erroneous reporting in the article by Lucy Dukes, "Camp planners turning to community" (Aug. 31, 2004). The sheer audacity of printing the quote by George McKinnon, "You want to find people in the area that have the same goals and values" is to question the morals and values of neighboring property owners without knowing who they are or how they devote their lives to and printing it as a "front page/top story" without benefit of an interview to research the other side of an issue. Isn't an editor's responsibility to screen for factual reporting?
Lance D. Roy, 33
Lance D. Roy, 33, of Coeur d'Alene passed away on Sept. 10, 2004, in Coeur d'Alene.
Congratulations to Bill Berg and the rest of the Panhandle Alliance for Education for a great golf tournament over the weekend.
Word has it that Georgia Shonk-Simmons, the mastermind behind the tournament, helped raise just over $300,000. Stay tuned.
Sandpoint soccer teams falter
POST FALLS — Guarantees are made all the time in sports, but something in Post Falls soccer coach Gabe Lawson's voice suggests he knows what he's talking about.
Friday, September 10
Wildcats host annual Invitational Thursday in Pinehurst
PINEHURST — New course record, photo finishes and plenty of exciting race action.
Thursday, September 9
Clark Fork defeats Lakeside
CLARK FORK — Lakeside was unable to finish off the Wampus Cats after winning the first two games of the NSL match, falling 20-25, 23-25, 25-19, 25-12, 15-11.
Sandpoint digs in for volleyball win
SANDPOINT — After a uneasy opening game, the Sandpoint Bulldogs dug in and pulled out an Inland Empire League volleyball victory over Coeur d'Alene Thursday night.
Wednesday, September 8
Byway harassment is simply shameful
What a shame that there are some folks in this area who find it necessary to harass people for voicing their opinion. I commend the business owners, many of whom do not depend on tourists, for voicing their opinion about the highway in the creek. I, for one and I know of many others, as a way of thanks, will continue to support these community-minded businesses.
Louise V. Nielsen, 75
Louise V. Nielsen, 75, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Three times in a row
SANDPOINT — The Elks Golf Course team won an unprecedented third straight team championship in the Thursday night Elks Golf League by beating the second place contender, Pabst Blue Ribbon.
A Kick in the Grass:
Seven former Sandpoint soccer players return for college exhibition game
Bush waging war on average citizens
I believe in the promise of America as stated in the Bill of Rights and the Constitution. Governing for the common good is the most sacred of the concepts expressed.
King offers highlights of Kerry's campaign
When Carole King visited the Bonner County Fair Friday on behalf of the Kerry/Edwards campaign, her address was short and excellent questions followed.
Tuesday, September 7
Robert William "Bob" Selle, 88, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, at his home in Sunnyside.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, at Coffelt's Moon Chapel with Pastor Jon Pomeroy officiating.
Homemade products clean up over commercial brands
Which is better, commercial cleaning products or homemade products?
Wayne Evans, 89
Wayne Evans, 89, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2004.
Jane Elizabeth Wiens, 72, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Aug. 28, 2004. She had suffered with Parkinson's Disease for the last five years.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004. The services will be held at the Schweikert family residence, located at 2090 Hoodoo Mountain Road. Associate pastor Geoff Rinehart will officiate and a potluck dinner will follow the service.
Ambrose Vincent Martinosky, 87, went to be with the Lord and many dear loved ones on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Clark Fork, Idaho, with the Rev. Timothy J. O'Donovan officiating. Burial will follow at Clark Fork Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service at the church for family and friends to pay their respects.
First day fairly smooth for district
SANDPOINT — The first day of school went smoothly with just a few exceptions: New math materials showed up late.
Monday, September 6
Have you seen the blue shirts in and around Sandpoint?
The T-shirts started showing up on local residents about a week ago and everybody is trying to figure out what "It's coming … Feb. 26" means.
Bypass can only help walking/biking trails
Seems that the anti's have developed a new tactic. Since the majority of Bonner County inhabitants are in favor of the bypass, the anti's are recruiting tourists to tout the beauty of Sand Creek.
Hope residents seek railroad quiet zone
HOPE — A group of Hope residents just wants a little peace and quiet.
Byway view will guide shopping decisions
Thank you.
Shoppers wrong to base purchase on bypass
So the intimidation continues in Sunday's letters to the editor — 180 businesses, growing by the day, choose to purchase ad space to exercise our constitutional right to represent our viewpoint.
Friday, September 3
Wayne Stewart 'Stewie' Rasmussen, 83
Wayne Stewart "Stewie" Rasmussen, 83, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, at his home in Sagle, Idaho.
Wednesday, September 1
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SWAC Sharks beat the heat
The Sandpoint West Athletic Club Sharks did anything but melt in their performance at the Lewis-Clark Invitational Swim Meet, despite temperatures hovering at 100 degrees through the July 17th weekend.
Michael Anthony Ferrante, 74
Michael lived in Cleveland until the U.S. Marine Corps sent him to training camp in California during the Korean War.
