Looking Back at Pages from the Past
The following stories are summarized from past issues of the Caribou County Sun over the last fifty plus years. The Enterprise thanks Mark Steele for permission to use the contents, and the Grace Public Library for access to the archives.
2019
Governor Brad Little issued an executive order to resolve the conflicts between state and federal law related the interstate transportation of hemp across Idaho. The order serves as a stopgap measure until the Idaho Legislature enacts a more permanent solution. The executive order does not authorize or legalize the production of hemp, its byproducts, oils, or any other derivative prohibited by Idaho law. Recent changes to federal law prevent states from prohibiting the transportation or shipment of hemp produced in compliance with the 2018 Farm Bill. In October, the U.S. Department of Agriculture issued interim rules regulating the production n of hemp in states that have legalized it. Upon publication of those interim rules, Idaho law now likely conflicts with the federal law with respect to interstate transportation of hemp. Executive action was needed to ensure that the laws of the State of Idaho are in compliance.
Ken and Diane Christensen, Bancroft, enjoyed visits from Collen and family and Kristi over the weekend.
The Bancroft LDS Ward heard from Marilyenn Gilbert prior to their departure for the Salt Lake City mission. Wade and Anne Olorenshaw sand a musical number, accompanied by Heidi Riman. The Chesterfield LDS Ward heard from Christina Christensen, youth speaker, and Bryce Matthews and Shawn Banks.
2014
At the United Suffolk Sheep Association annual meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, the late Joe Holbrook from Caribou County was inducted into the association’s Hall of Fame. This function was attended by Joe Holbrook, Jr. and his wife Eldene Smith Holbrook. Joe Holbrook was born and raised in Chesterfield. He married Beth Hansen in the spring of 1947 and they purchased their Chesterfield farm in January of 1948. Joe and his brother Lafe Jr worked together farming their own places along with the land owned by the mother, Annalease. Their father had been killed in an automobile accident in the fall of 1942. Joe’s father had a small herd of sheep when he was a young man and Joe enjoyed working with them. In 1953, the watched a neighbor purchase Suffolks at the Golden Spike Stock Show and Sale in Ogden. “When I saw these sheep, they really appealed to me,” Holbrook said. “I hadn’t seen any before that were purebred registered Suffolk sheep. They were striking! They were outstanding. I decided before very long that I was going to have some of these sheep.” Throughout the years, Joe focused on his blood lines and ultimately developed a quality purebred flock of 100 Suffolk ewes. His main two rams came from Kalseanes and Swenson bloodlines. His rams have a reputation for being strong, sturdy, and dependable breeding stock producing great results. He enjoyed a great reputation among the sheepmen and his peers.
Residents were advised to prevent roof collapse of their homes by monitoring the snowpack. Most roofs should be able to withstand 20 pounds of snow, according to experts, before they become stressed. Fresh snow equals about 5 pounds of pressure per 10-12 inches, with only 5 inches of packed snow causing the same stress load. Flat rooftops should be monitored especially vigilantly, as the winter can be a very difficult time to instigate roof repairs after the fact.
2004
Linda Simmons completed her first marathon in St. George, Utah, along with four members of her family. Her husband, Bart, was a member of her “pit crew.” He said his biggest concern was that she would finish without him having to take her to the hospital, or even the mortuary. She finished strong and in good spirits. Her daughter-in-law, Kristy Simmons from Highland, Utah, finished in 3 hours and 42 minutes, and her two sons Lauhn and Curtis finished in 3 hours 42 and 3 hours 55, respectively. Her goal was to beat Oprah’s time of 4 hours and 20 minutes, which she was able to do. All had a wonderful time and were pleased to meet other runners from Gem Valley who also had excellent times.
Nathan Lowe returned home from Louisiana on November 2. He has been training with the Idaho National Guard since July 3. He will return to Louisiana on Nov. 21 to complete training and head for Iraq. They are expected to be in Iraq by Christmas. His father, Major Randy Lowe, who has also been called up to serve in the Armey Reserves, was able to take leave and be home with Nathan. The family took the opportunity to celebrate with the extended family on November 6. They had an “all holidays” dinner. Donna Smith, a good friend and neighbor decorated each table in a holiday theme.
A prestigious award has come to a Bancroft business for its award winning product. E and I’s Bungee Baby Bouncer was given the iParenting Media Award for their exceptional product. Robert Jenkins and his wife Ellen said their company has sold some 50,000 of the units and are extremely proud of the iParenting Award and the recognition it brought.
1999
Chemical Lime Company last Thursday announced it will scale back and refocus its Bancroft operations. The company’s Ten Mile Pass facility will cease its manufacturing operations utilizing other lime deposits in the western regions.
The 174th Alco store will be holding its grand opening in Soda Springs on Tuesday at 280 West 2nd South. A ribbon cutting ceremony with local officials is planned for 9 a.m. and the 18,000 square foot store is basically a general merchandise discount store.
Grace High school Music Director KaeLyne Pendleton has announced their fall music concert to be held at the Grace Performing Arts Center on Thursday. Entertainment will include members form the high school choir, the junior high band, and featured solos and duets.
1994
Monsanto’s Soda Springs plant is upgrading their fire brigade with recent training that will allow them to now handle any kind of fire at the plant. The training will allow the company firefighters to keep a fire small, and by training with the county fire department, both can be used as one unit. All 30 firefighters are volunteers and 80 percent are already on city or county fire departments.
Eric Hubbard, son of Alma and Libby Hubbard, received his Eagle Scout Award on August 24 at a Court of Honor held in the Grace Stake Center. Many hours of time and effort were put into his Eagle Award. For his project, Eric made the stands for table rounds at the Williams Ward.
Another good season was held again this year in Soda Springs Youth Volleyball. The results are 1st place to the turquoise team, made up of Marissa Shuler, Megan Christensen, Wendi Price, Nicholas Eisenbarth, Tiffany Hopkins, Teah Landon, and Alysia Etcheverry. 2nd place went to Kristi Conlin, Lynzi Ayers, Lindsey Dehl, Emily Phelps, Holley Torgesen, Nathan Eisenbarth, Rachel Call, Maron Tigert, and Ozzie Beckstead. 3rd place went to Laura Sprague, MaChel Moldenhauer, Molly Davis, Mary Jenkins, Christi Ayers, Brady Brown, Chaunci Buck, Tesha Davis, and Jaime Ayers. All three teams played hard this year and we have seen a lot of improvement the coaches collectively stated. It has been fun to watch them this season and continue to see improvement.
1984
Soda Springs and Malad battled down to the last two matches involving their wrestlers in the championships of the Soda Springs Tournament held at the Jr. High. Soda Springs led by ten points following the consolation finals. Malad then moved to within four points when Vince Facer pinned Steve Harding in the 98 pound weight class. Mark Gier opened the gap back up with a major decision over Lonnie Ward of Malad. Pat Barnes won a decision over Scott Smith and increased the lead. Heavyweight Monte Steele capped the win for the Cardinals by taking the championship. Team scoring was 101 for Soda Springs, Malad had 84, Marsh Valley 58, Highland JV 47, and Bear Lake 45. Soda Springs had six champions, Malad had three, and Bear Lake had three.
The December program for the GFWC Grace Literary Club was one commemorating Christmas, The Reflections furnished the special music and entertainment that gave the day special meaning. President Treva Krebs conducted the proceedings. President Krebs reported that the club donates $25 to the Caribou Nursing Home to help buy presents for the patients there. She also reported that a request was made by the Idaho Federation of Women’s Clubs for the Grace Literary Club ladies to make a quilt to give to the state organization to exhibit for sale to help raise funds. She asked those who can’t quilt to help furnish the lunch for those who can. She requested members to report their community service hours to the club to be included in the monthly report. The Reflections—Connie Toone, Lyle Swensen, Lisa Hubbard, Janice Hemming, Marian London, Kim Clegg, and Janice Andreasen, as pianist, then presented the program.
Another new Grace Elementary teacher this year is Julie Barrus, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Barrus. She was born in Cody, Wyoming, where she graduated from high school. Following this she attended Ricks College one and a half years. She then went to BYU for four years, and Utah State for two years. She studied and prepared to teach education and recreation. Grace is her first teaching post She is one of the teachers of the two second grades. Coming from Wyoming, she enjoys the out-of-doors and related snow sports. In addition to teaching second grade, which has 24 pupils, she’s an assistant coach for the volleyball team at Grace High School.
Miss Jessie Simm, president of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, has named Fern S. Tipton, Alpha Nu State, Idaho, as a member of the International Constitutional Committee. There are four members besides the chairman on this committee, each representing an area of the country. Mrs. Tipton will represent the Northwest region, which includes Alaska, Idaho, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and four provinces of Canada—Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. The Society, the largest honorary professional group in the world, has 160,000 members in 13 countries. It is composed of key women educators. Membership is by invitation.
Dr. and Mrs. Kingston met with the board to recommend providing additional mathematics in grades seven through 12 in Grace. They specifically recommended a change to provide a full year calculus course in high school. It was decided to contact Mr. Yamauchi about obtaining a complete copy of a math curriculum study for the district. Principal Hemming reported that Mr. Westre has been to Boise and obtained approximately 75 computer programs for use in the classroom.
The Utah Power and Light company ceased construction and cancelled its plans for the Hunter No. 4 power plant in Emery County due to lack of demand.
1969
The Cardinals have started the new ’69-70 basketball season this week with practices after school. The team this year, under the direction of Coach Dave Hart, has a tough schedule ahead of them. The varsity roster is Brent Martinsen, Dough Johnson, Chet Hopkins, Danny Jones, Eddie Thomas, Mack Tigert, Kent Smith, Fred Christensen, Curtis Hamp, Reed Thomas, Kevin Ringel and Jim Sibbett.
1964
A release from the North Gem High School Principal’s office this week lists eight students on the scholastic honor roll. Marianne Schenk, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Parley Schenk, received a four point grade average, or all A’s in the first nine weeks. Laurits Christensen, a senior; Fred Yost, a junior; and Caren Briggs, a sophomore, earned a grade point average of 3.8 with A’s and one B. Linda Call, Gregory Darlington, Lucy Christensen, and Zan Marie Mabey earned 3.6 grade point average with A’s and two B’s.
Second Lieutenant Phillip N. Ashbaker, son of Mrs. Mildred Ashbaker of Grace, has been awarded U.S. Air Force silver pilot wings upon graduation from the Air Training Command Flying School at Williams AFB, Arizona. Lt. Ashbaker is being assigned to Laughlin AFB, Texas, for specialized training in T-37 aircraft. He received his commission in 1963 upon completion of the Reserve Officer Training Corps program at Utah State University, where he graduated with a B.S. degree in economics. He is a member of Phi Sigma Kappa. His wife, Karen, is the daughter of Mrs. Pearl L. Rector of Ogden.
Soda Springs High School’s football team placed second in the state in the Associated Press poll of teams in the Class B Schools, it was learned this week. Ten sportswriters and sportscasters took part in the final Call B poll. Five of them picked Firth as the State’s top team and four others picked Soda Springs, which have them a firm hold on second place. The tenth first place vote went to Marsing, which ranked in fourth place behind third place, Notus. The class B poll includes schools with fewer than 300 students and the votes are registered on a 5-4-3-2-1 basis.
1973
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Sibbett of Auburn, Wyoming spent Sunday afternoon visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Muir in Soda Springs. Mr. Sibbett is a brother to Mrs. Muir.
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sibbett and Mr. and Mrs. Demont Crystal of Idaho Falls visited Tuesday afternoon in Soda Springs with Mr. and Mrs. John Muir.
Guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Alldaffer last weekend were Morgan Trovey, Malad, Mrs. Alldaffer’s father.
1953
C.A. Orr, manager of the Grace Opera House, was a visitor in Soda Springs Saturday. Mr. Taylor will be at the Jane Adams Dress Shop Saturday to show a large, new line of suits, coats, and furs.
The Lallatin Market installed a new frozen food chest this week for dispensing their Birdseye foods. Mark Lallatin was recently named to the Caribou County Council of Public Assistance by Governor Arnold Williams.
1937
The Soda Springs City Band made a trip to Paris where they appeared in concert at the invitation of the Fielding High School. On the invitation of Elliot Anderson, a number of the young people gathered at the Abe C. Anderson home Saturday evening for a surprise party honoring Ray Christensen who, with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walt Christensen, are soon to leave for Los Angeles to make their home. Jay Beus and Roy Fryar returned Sunday night from Ely, Nevada, where they made a hurried business trip.
1906
William Winchell made a business trip to Pocatello and Blackfoot last Friday. George Strong and Godfrey Swanson were down from Henry Tuesday, attending the turkey shoot. James Sibbetts was down from Grays circulating a petition for an increase in the winter mail service for that neighborhood. The petitioners asked for six days a week daily except Sunday. Harry Horsley stopped here for a few hours last Monday on his way from Salt Lake to Star Valley, Wyoming, where he will begin his mission work in the interest of the Mutual Improvement Association of the LDS Church.
