This Week In History - Dec. 3, 2020

100 Years Ago

J.A. Humphrey, a former Bonners Ferry boy, was arrested recently at Libby on the charges of violating the prohibition laws.

L. J. Johnson and P.O. Peterson have leased Jack Nave’s garage building opposite the Boundary Creamery and will engage in a general auto business. The business will be conducted under the name of the Kootenai Repair Shop.

A minstrel show will be given at the Rex Theatre, Monday, December 21 by the boys of the B.F. High School chorus for the benefit of the high school basketball team.

50 Years Ago

The TV translator has gotten a transistorized boost, which will improve signal strength and will enhance the picture on your TV. Plans are underway to secure equipment to rebroadcast FM radio, and education TV in the not-too-distant future.

Idaho Wheat Grower’s Annual Convention is being held in Coeur ’d Alene. There is a lineup of distinguished speakers including government, science, agriculture, and business to highlight the convention.

Sergeant Pete C. Leonard, USMC, has been awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat in Vietnam.

15 Years Ago

Staff Sergeant Zach Bard visited the Naples School when he was home from Iraq earlier this year. Students and staff spent the year supporting him and his troop of 35 men. The students sent magazines, candy, snacks and letters.

Gil Hagen is this year’s Panhandle State Bank Community Star for his contributions to children and the community.

Submitted by the Boundary County Museum