This Week in History - Sept 3, 2026

100 Years Ago

On the first day of school there were 330 students enrolled in grades 1 through 8, and 166 enrolled in high school.

The International Molybdenum Company near Porthill reports the discovery of a vein of rich molybdenum has been traced for 300 feet and the vein varies from 18-23 inches in thickness.

Rin-Tin-Tin will be starring in a movie at the Rex Theatre this week.

50 Years Ago

Boundary County schools opened with a double shift.

Jack's Club was burglarized to the tune of about $2,000.

Community Theatre announced its next production will be Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap".

Late summer sun started to help the farmers with the harvest, as the hay began to dry out.

John Langs is the new Kiwanis President. Del Pierce will be his Vice President.

15 Years Ago

Gary Pflueger, Valley View's new principal, is happy to be part of the Bonners Ferry community. He said that people have been very welcoming and that he is looking forward to a great year at Valley View.

After stellar academic and athletic careers at Bonners Ferry High School, Adam Hall has been named assistant head wrestling coach at Columbia University.

Home for Sale- 3 Br, 1 Ba, major appliances, garage, 2 decks, paved drive $146,000.

Submitted by the Boundary County Museum