This list was originally printed in the June 21, 1982 Journal in a special centennial publication Pocatello, 1889-1939: 50 years of dramatic developments Here is a brief accounting of significant events in the Gate City between 1889 and before World … Continued

By Bill Ryan Call it viaduct or overpass, most folks in Pocatello were happy to end dodging trains to get from West Center to East Center streets. The town was split, with a community on each side of the Union … Continued

This photo was taken in 1909 at the intersection of Main and Center streets facing east. The viaduct in the background has since been replaced by the underpass. Santa Claus is riding in the car as local kids look on.

The prominent structure to the right with the word “Sweet’s” on the side is the Monarch Building.

This photo of West Center Street is facing east. The viaduct seen in the background was replaced by the underpass that is still in use today in 1934 The Troubled Center Street Viaduct Center Street Viaduct joined east and west … Continued

Many famous performers and shows appeared at Pocatello’s Auditorium Theater, including the infamous illusionist Harry Houdini. Houdini performed at the theater on October 23, 1924. Several advertisements that appeared in The Pocatello Tribune leading up to the performance claim that … Continued

By Bill Ryan This is another image from the massive post card collection of the late Dr. Bob Rush. It is most interesting to me because it shows a very special building. It is looking East from the 400 block … Continued