Bonner County History - Dec. 15, 2020
From the archives of the
Bonner County History Museum
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50 Years Ago
Sandpoint News-Bulletin
Dec. 15, 1970 – DEVELOPMENT APPROVED
The “Whiskey Jack” development in Kootenai was approved in preliminary form recently by the County Planning and Zoning Commission. Tiger Enterprises plans to develop a condominium-mobile home complex on property owned by Lily Hedlund.
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MRS. BERGSTROM STUDENT RECITAL
An informal piano, guitar and organ recital was held Monday night at First Presbyterian Church by the students of Mrs. Myrvin (Geri) Bergstrom. Students taking part were Don Baldwin, Patty Brown, Susan Compton, Glen Cruickshank, Glenn Davis, Kathy Dundon, Sidney Ebbett, Candy Kemp, Brett Kirking, Debbie Mikesell, Linda Murray, Joyce Nelson, Steve Neuder, Laurie Newton, Carolyn O’Brien, Wade Palmer, Zale Palmer, Dick Ross, Janet Snedden, Linda Staglund, Geri Stockman, Lynn Stockman, Kirsten Thompson, Tim Twigg and Russell Watts.
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TWO MEMORIALS DEDICATED
A special service Sunday at First Presbyterian Church dedicated memorial gifts of the Bergstrom family. A new pulpit was dedicated to the memory of Helen Bergstrom, late wife of Myrvin Bergstrom who died about a year ago. A set of offering plates was dedicated to the memory of Freda Bergstrom, mother of Myrvin Bergstrom.
100 Years Ago
Northern Idaho News
Dec. 15, 1920 – MORAL WELFARE MEETING
The welfare gathering at the Presbyterian church Sunday, coming on the heels of the agitation against moonlight dancing and skating, will no doubt draw a large audience. The county and city government, civic societies, schools and churches will be represented by able speakers. All who believe in preserving and strengthening the moral welfare of our community will give this meeting their hearty commendation and support.
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GREAT NORTHERN ROUNDHOUSE RUMOR
The persistent rumor that the Great Northern is contemplating the location of a roundhouse here received some confirmation in an account of a meeting of G.N. officials in St. Paul. A 50-stall roundhouse will likely be built here or at Bonners Ferry, but it may not be in the next year.
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LOCAL BRIEFS
W.A. Crisp of Hope has opened a meat market.
Nolan Brothers have purchased “Mother’s Kitchen” restaurant of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rowe and made some alterations and improvements. Mr. Rowe retains ownership of the building.
Children will soon be able to get to school from beyond the Great Northern, a crossing having been authorized by the railroad company. Petition was made for this crossing several months ago.
“Pollyanna” attracted large audiences at the Gem theater Friday and Saturday of last week.
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