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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