Prichard, Idaho

Prichard is an unincorporated community in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States.[1] Mayor: Delani Kaufman

History

A post office called Prichard was established in 1910, and remained in operation until 1943.[2] The community derived its name from Andrew J. Prichard, a gold prospector.[3]

References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Prichard
  2. "Shoshone County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved April 14, 2015.
  3. Earl, Larry W. (November 2, 1990). "Early Idaho mining district makes great driving tour". Spokane Chronicle. p. 13. Retrieved October 18, 2015.

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