Prostitutes Lewiston Orchards

On August 14, 1899, the Lewiston City Council passed Ordinance No. 248. This was the first outright ban on prostitution within the city.

Infrastructure and Community Services

The Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District (LOID) manages water main lines in the streets. Property owners are responsible for the service lines connecting to their properties. Residential care options included places like Joyce’s Orchard Residential Care and Golden Girls Manor.

Community Life and Activities

Community life included various programs. The Lewiston Orchards Life newsletter covered local happenings in the early 1900s. A dancing class for boys and girls met regularly. Events like the Women’s Christmas Event were open to all ages, encouraging participation with themes like wearing red or white. Local sports were active. The Lewiston-Porter Lancers had a dedicated athletics department.

Business Operations and Local Governance

Businesses served the community. Orchards Shoe Shop offered footwear and apparel. Orchards Pawn Shop operated on Thain Road. Clubs like the Boys & Girls Clubs provided youth programs. Local governance involved entities like the Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District board. Various community organizations, including the Lewis-Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce, supported the region.

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