Bonner County History - Aug. 20, 2024

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50 Years Ago

Sandpoint News-Bulletin

Aug. 20, 1974 – PROUDLY WE SALUTE…

Sergeant Sharon K. Kinne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Kinne, Priest River, received a letter of commendation at Ft. McClellan, Ala. for her initiative and ability in an emergency. Sgt. Kinne is a drill sergeant in Co. E, 3rd WAC basic training battalion.

Marine First Lieutenant J.T. Turner, son of Mr. and Mrs. James D. Turner, Sandpoint, participated in “Express Charger,” a training exercise near Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, N.C. He serves with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing at Cherry Point. 

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BEATTY- LARSON ENGAGEMENT TOLD

The engagement and upcoming marriage of Miss Linda Lee Beatty, Coeur d’Alene, and Richard J. Larson, Sandpoint, is announced. Miss Beatty is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Johnson of Coeur d’Alene and the late Don Beatty, and granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Gravelle and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Beatty, all of Sandpoint.  Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd C. Larson, Sandpoint. Miss Beatty and Mr. Larson are both 1974 graduates of the U of I. A wedding is planned for Oct. 26 in the First Lutheran Church, Sandpoint. 

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COAST TO COAST PURCHASED

Sandpoint’s Coast-to-Coast store was purchased from Roger Gregory by John Muckler, who will also manage the store. Born and raised in South Dakota, Muckler promises “continued fine service.” He and his wife have three children, ages 13, nine and six. 

75 Years Ago

Sandpoint News-Bulletin

Aug. 20, 1949 – $5000 FOR HOSPITAL

The city council unanimously authorized purchase of the hospital site between 2nd and 3rd on Alder for $5000. Mayor Floyd Gray said this is the only legal way the city can assist in the hospital drive. Under the proposal, the city will acquire title to the lots and will then make them available as a hospital location. 

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WATER DEMAND HEAVY; SPRINKLING CUT

Continued rainless days have forced stringent water regulations for Sandpoint and those served by the city water department. Beginning immediately, sprinkling is permitted only between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., thus cutting two hours off each end of the day as compared to previous regulations. Persons found irrigating or sprinkling before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. will have their water shut off as penalty. 

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CITY TO CONSTRUCT UNLOADING RAMP

After placing $37,000 insurance on the city dock, the city council Monday authorized construction of a hinged unloading ramp,16 ft. wide by 60 ft. long, at the dock’s end, so that in low water periods it will be possible to load and unload boats of all sizes. Fred Kennedy of Kenmor Marina said the cost would be about $500, saying it is now impossible to load or unload any boat at the dock and this improvement will stimulate use of the marina facilities. The council also authorized buying blinker lights for the marina entrance to guide boats into the anchorage area.

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