Harold Wiggs peers into a cave while standing in a pool of water. Wiggs accompanied explorer Robert Limbert during his travels into the Bruneau River Valley in 1921.
This photograph captures the Bruneau River from the bottom of the canyon. First found and named "Le Canyon de Brun" (Canyon of Brown) by French Canadian fur trappers, the Bruneau Canyon was publicized by Robert Limbert in numerous publications,...
Idaho Governor Cecil D. Andrus signing a bill that changes Boise State College to Boise State University. University President John Barnes is at the Governor's side. Left to Right, seated: Doug Shanholtz, Governor Cecil Andrus, Dr. John Barnes....
Boise State University; Political campaigns; Dormitories
A committee of Boise Junior College students who individually led other supporters in a canvassing project on behalf of a bond measure to build two dormitories at BJC. The Bond measure passed on April 11, 1950, resulting in the construction of...
The Church family gathers with Bethine's parents to celebrate her father’s birthday in August 1960. Standing from left to right: Jean Clark, Bethine, Frank, and Forrest. Seated: Chase Church and Chase Clark.
Senator Jordan (R-Idaho) and Senator Church (D-Idaho) with clergyman of the year Dr. Richards. Grace Jordan and Bethine Church are standing at the far right.
The Engineering Advisory Board for Boise State University's new College of Engineering. Standing from left: Patrick House, Ray Smelek, Tom Blomstrom, Charles Bergman, Donald Hubble, and Joe Karniewicz. Seated from left: Joseph Canning, Norm Dahm,...
A postcard featuring the drill and hose-drying tower, five stories high. Five firemen lean from the ladder attached to the exterior of the building, with two men standing on top of the building. Caption reads:"A hose drying tower was built onto...
Roach, William Francis, 1891-1973; Parades; Fire prevention; Fire engines--Chemical fire engines; Horse-drawn vehicles; Stores, Retail;
As part of the Fire Prevention Week activities, an evening parade took place. Two fire fighters drive a pick-up truck pulling the chemical fire engine. Standing in the fire engine are Doc Roach (left) and Hank Rensmeyer (right) dressed as "Miss...
Parades; Fire engines; Fire prevention; Stores, Retail;
As part of the Fire Prevention Week activities, an evening parade took place. This photo was taken as the parade crossed Ninth Street, heading west on Main, in front of the Yates Building (only the sign is visible). A fire engine is in the...
A group photo of the Associated Student Body Freshman Class officers, Left to right, seated: By Erstad, Vice President; Joan Gardener, Secretary; Lee Smith, President. Standing, Ralph Hill, Student Representative.
Boise State University; Business people; Marching bands; Engineers; Construction industry;
At the headquarters of Morrison-Knudsen Company in Boise, Harry W. Morrison, longtime trustee and supporter of Boise Junior College (far right) is greeted by the BJC marching band on Harry W. Morrison Appreciation Day. John Best (in white standing...
Head table dignitaries for the Harry W. Morrison Day luncheon hosted by the Boise City Chamber of Commerce. Seated, left to right, are Episcopal Bishop Norman L. Foote, Harry W. Morrison, and Idaho Governor Robert E. Smylie. Among those standing...
