Out of the Past: 08/27/2025

100 Years Ago—

Failure to close public dances at 1 o’clock in the morning is responsible for much trouble throughout the county, according to reports which come to the Sheriff’s Office. The use of liquor by some of the dance patrons, and the early morning escapades following the late dances, have caused the sheriff to make many trips in an attempt to preserve order.

Fred Draper has moved his office from Aladdin and hereafter will be found at the Fred Draper Lumber Co. office at the mill in Colville, formerly called the Colville Lumber Co.

As the days become shorter, auditor McLean finds business improving in the marriage license line.

75 Years Ago—    

The swimming ban has been lifted at the Kettle Falls beach. Claude E. Grieder, superintendent of the Coulee Dam Recreation Area, said tests of the water did not show pollution enough to close the beach.

Residents in the Kelly Hill area are going to be asked what they think about state and national affairs this week. The Washington Public Opinion Laboratory is going to be asking for opinions in that part of the county as part of a state-wide public opinion check.

Colville may obtain federal aid for development of a complete lighting system at the city airport.

NORTHPORT—Members of the Business and Professional Women’s Club presented the city council last Wednesday with a deed to a strip of land formerly owned by Mrs. Stella Lowry, across the river, to be used for an airport.

50 Years Ago—  

The Stevens County Historical Society this week opened their drive to build a museum and build a historical complex on the Keller property in northwest Colville. In their proposal, the society announced they have entered into a 99-year lease with the city of Colville on the Keller Trust property.

The Northwestern Racing Association and its fans enjoyed an exciting day of racing Sunday at Panorama Speedway. In the main event it was Dave Weaver capturing top honors in his car No. 32. Second place went to Carey Rose in car No. 54. 

25 Years Ago—

Six Statesman-Examiner subscribers walked away with prizes from a drawing held last week for the annual Statesman-Examiner “Subscriber Appreciation” promotion. The Colville newspaper held a three-week customer appreciation promotion to “say thanks to their long-standing subscribers.”

Second year Superintendent Mike Blair indicated that approximately 850 students are expected to walk through the doors on the opening day of school Sept. 6, in the Kettle Falls School District.

Alan Trusler, president and co-founder of Aladdin Hearth Products, cut a ribbon on Aug. 25, in dedication and celebration of their new multi-million dollar facility in Colville.

10 Years Ago—

Preparations for the third annual Festival of Neighbors in Kettle Falls are being finalized.  One of the community’s major celebrations, it will be held at Happy Dell Park on Sept. 12.

COLVILLE—The Stevens County Fire Benefit will be held Saturday at the Northeast Washington Fairgrounds in Colville. According to organizers, “100% of all donations will go to fire victim recipients.”