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Newspaper
Caribou County Sun
Location
Soda Springs, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1971
Page
5
Dr Ellis Kackley reached Soda Springs on April 2 1898 after medical school and over 45 years built a reputation as one of Idaho s most widely known and highly regarded physicians with a vast following of patients friends and supporters in the Est Idaho area.
The life of Dr Ellis Kackley embodies western pioneer spirit. He died in November 1943 after serving Soda Springs since 1898, building a wide practice, operating a private hospital, and leading Caribou County Hospital as its first superintendent. He volunteered in World War I and cared for patients from Gentile Valley to Grays Lake, often by horse or sleigh. His philosophy centered on helping others as the Savior did, earning a reputation as a pure pioneer figure.
The Soda Springs geyser began as a self made artesian event on November 30, 1937, when drilling for a pool water well released a 175 foot spray. Gas pressure and cold air froze streets and buildings, earning the town the nickname hard water and drawing tourists.
In 1831 Soda Springs Idaho suffered a deadly diphtheria year as families buried loved ones at night to avoid panics and contagion. Gortons Lau fernly and Mr Chester lost multiple relatives while doctors warned against moving bodies through homes. Tom Starret of the Canbon Saloon faced repeated losses to professional gamblers as the town’s rough scene persisted.
Soda Springs marks a centennial milestone with events and community activities documented in Caribou County Sun. Page 5 reports local notices, parade plans, and commemorations reflecting town pride in the Idaho municipality.
A grim Tom exits his corner saloon and sells the business after a game where Starret’s influence lingers. He leaves with the town’s worst credit rating, a nod to the man who always pays cash.
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