Bonner County History - Dec. 24, 2024

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Bonner County Historical

Society and Museum

611 S. Ella Ave., Sandpoint, Idaho, 83864

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50 Years Ago

Sandpoint News-Bulletin

Dec. 24, 1974 – CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE

First Presbyterian Church will hold its annual Christmas Evening Candlelight service at 10 p.m. Special music is planned by the choir, directed by Jane Evans, with Olga Stewart as organist. The Junior Choir will sing and the Westminster Hand Bell Choir will play for this evening of worship and music, planned by Eunice Knaggs and Lois Scott. 

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SCHWEITZER TO SPONSOR CONTEST

When many Rocky mountain and Pacific Northwest ski areas were suffering the no-snow blues, Schweitzer Basin was all systems go on Thanksgiving, and continues daily operation currently with four feet of the incredible white magic. The Basin now is sponsoring a contest for a color photograph best representing Schweitzer Basin. The winning entry will be used for Schweitzer promotions and the winning photographer will win a season pass. Schweitzer will also be offering a “Powder Package” deal. When weather permits, the area will offer rides to Schweitzer’s beautiful North Ridge via Thiokol Snow Cat. Once on top, skiers will be treated to a gourmet lunch with wine, hot cider, bread, cheese and all the trimmings. Then the lucky folks will be able to feed their skiing souls with untracked powder skiing. The cost of the adventure will be $3.00. Powder Package trips will be offered only when weather conditions are perfect. 

75 Years Ago

Sandpoint News-Bulletin

Dec. 24, 1949 – PREPARE FOR FESTIVITIES

Gathered at the Presbyterian church to prepare for the Christmas program were Dr. and Mrs. L.F. Eakin, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Eng, Mrs. Margaret Hunter, Mrs. Dennis Racicot and Jane, Mrs. DeWitz, Dr. and Mrs. Dale Harris, Mrs. Thompson and Miss Thurlow. 

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WAXWINGS STOP BRIEF

Cedar Waxwings congregated in maple trees in the city Thursday before the snowstorm. On their yearly flight southward, the chubby, little, gray, parrot-like birds with saucy topknots make only a short stop here for rest and food. 

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TEACHERS EXCHANGE GIFTS

The teachers of the Washington school and guests met with Mrs. Iva Tibbs after school Monday for refreshments and an exchange of Christmas gifts found under a prettily decorated tree. Those present were Mrs. Margaret Hunter, Mrs. John Nelson, Mrs. Barbara Farmin, Mrs. Dennis Racicot, Mrs. Edwin Becker, Mrs. Ada Phillips, Mrs. W.S. Kalb, Miss Minnie Mae Tibbs and Mrs. L.V. Hughes. 

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HOLIDAY GREETINGS

We wish you each–we wish you all–the blessings and happiness of this Yuletide season. Our best wishes for your happiness now and all through the New Year. It is again our pleasure to thank you most sincerely for your past patronage. We tried to serve you well – we hope to serve you even better in ’50. Pedersen’s Service Station, Sixth & Pine.

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