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From the archives of the

Bonner County History Museum

611 S. Ella Ave., Sandpoint, ID 83864

208-263-2344

50 Years Ago

Sandpoint News-Bulletin

Sept. 21, 1967 — FOUR NEW DIRECTORS

The newly elected directors of Sandpoint’s Chamber of Commerce are: William Morton, Jr. (Pend Oreille Veterinary Service); Terry Merwin (Merwin’s Hardware); Jack Murray (Co-op Gas & Supply Co., Inc.) and Clarence Reed (Lou’s Auto Parts). Outgoing directors are Dale Strecker, Howard Faux, Leo Hadley and Frank Evans.

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SGT. STEVENS HOME ON LEAVE

Sgt. William R. Stevens, U.S. Marine Corps, arrived Sept. 9 to spend a 30-day leave. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray C. Stevens, Little Rapid Lightning creek. When Sgt. Stevens returns to Cherry Point, N.C., he will be accompanied by his wife, Jeraldine, and three children.

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DENNIS McNALL OVERALL SHOWMAN

Dennis, son of Grouse creek area ranchers Mr. and Mrs. Francis McNall, was the beef fitting and showing champion at the recent Bonner County Fair, as well as the grand champion. Dennis, in his 7th year of 4-H, showed a Shorthorn steer.

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SUNDANCE GRASS SEEDING BEGUN

Reseeding the Sundance Mountain forest fire burn area with grass began yesterday. Harold E. Andersen, Kaniksu National Forest supervisor, said 10 helicopters, working out of the Pack river fire camp, are engaged in the project.

100 Years Ago

Pend d’Oreille Review

Sept. 21, 1917 — CITY BREVITIES

The Humbird company is planning to construct a round-house and machine shop north of the sawmill. The round-house will be used for the accommodation of six of the company’s logging locomotives.

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ECONOMY MAKES THE PRICE

Finest Cane Sugar, 10 lbs, 95c; Bob White Soap, regular 4 for 25, special Saturday and Monday, 6 bars 28c, 12-bar limit. Economy Stores Co., Corner Pine and Second.

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NEW SHOW HOUSE TO OPEN

What is in effect a new picture house and opera house combined will open Tuesday evening with the metamorphosis of the old Rink to the Liberty.

Few patrons will recognize the interior of the old building except for its floor space when they come to see it anew. An entirely new front to the building proclaims the change. No longer will roller skaters occupy the floor to the tunes of the electric organ, for the entertainments outside of film attractions and road shows will be confined to occasional leasing of the showhouse for dancing.

Changes at the theatre include seven boxes over the entrance where the old-time gallery was. For the comfort of his patrons, the boxes will be equipped with rocking chairs. Manager Smith said the Liberty will be used every night, chiefly for the display of pictures.

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