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Prichard, Idaho

Coordinates: 47°39′23″N 115°58′35″W / 47.65639°N 115.97639°W / 47.65639; -115.97639
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Prichard is an unincorporated community in Shoshone County, Idaho, United States.[1]

History

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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

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  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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47°39′23″N 115°58′35″W / 47.65639°N 115.97639°W / 47.65639; -115.97639