From the archives - August 19, 2021
Photo courtesy of the Boundary County Museum
The Kootenai River flooded the valley in 1948. At that time, it was recorded as the highest river level on record. Most of the diking along the river collapsed, causing major damage to businesses, homes and farmland.
This is a receipt for 1,069 empty sacks purchased by the commissioners of Drainage District #10. (And this was just for one district!) Many volunteers from the community filled those "sand bags" to stave off the muddy water.
Reminder, you are invited to join us on a walking tour of the Parker Family Cemetery, Saturday, August 28 at 1 p.m. Watch for details in next week's newspaper, or visit the website at www.boundarycountymuseum.org or the museum’s Facebook page for more information.
Your Boundary County Historical Society and Museum, 7229 Main, Bonners Ferry, Idaho sponsors this column. Museum hours are Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
We can be reached at doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or 208-267-7720. Thank you for your continued support.