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LANDMARKS
820 Third Ave. E., Kalispell
Henry Good Residence

Brinkman’s remodeling gave the home more of the
By JAIX CHAIX
appearance it has today. Overall, the home qualiies

somewhat in the “Colonial Revival” category. However, The landmark at 820 Third Ave. E. in Kalispell pro-
it’s probably best to say it’s more “fun” than anything vides a good reminder about “what’s good for the home,
else, especially since creating a unique style – from a is good for the heart” (and vice versa). It’s one of those
pastiche of styles – was quite popular in the 1930s.
fun, almost personiied homes that always seems to
Indeed, this home features bits and pieces of vari- welcome you with a smile.
ous styles. For example, it has Tuscan columns under a The home bears the name of Henry Good, a man
(Greek-Revival) centered portico, (Victorian) eyebrow who played a signiicant role in making Kalispell what

dormers, (Prairie-style) windows, and a (Bungalow- it is today. He was a successful farmer and logging con-
style) squared frame.
tractor in Northwest Montana. His business opera-
Putting the fun mix of details, colors, and styles tions were examples of success. And he also served as a
aside, passing by to appreciate this home can be just Flathead County commissioner in the early 1900s.
good fun, particularly if you’re having a bad day. For by Yet misfortune ignores success. And tragically,
the time you realize from the overall impression that Good sufered the loss of his irst wife during the inlu- PHOTO BY JAIX CHAIX
the home is smiling at you – you’ll be smiling too.
enza epidemic of 1918, which took a devastating toll on by Alice’s beautiful singing and artistic talents. Alice
many families in the Flathead Valley. Despite grieving was an accomplished artist, musician, and teacher,

his loss, Good persevered personal setbacks and trag- who taught in Kalispell schools before getting married.
Jaix Chaix is a writer who appreciates history and edies, like many men of his generation. And in 1920, he And anyone who enjoys a round of golf at the Buf-
architecture. You can share ideas and historical facts married his second wife Alice.
falo Hills Golf Course, should tip their cap to Henry
with him at [email protected]. Also visit Together, the Good family kept a successful farm Good. Along with several other golf enthusiasts, Good
facebook.com/latheadvalleylandmarks
just north of Kalispell. Yet they needed a “home in helped secure funds the golf course, planned its design,
town” during of seasons and to tend to business mat- and established its infrastructure and maintenance.
Take the “Historic Homes of Kalispell” Course
ters. In 1926, they found this one, which was practically Undoubtedly, some of the ideas for the golf course took

This April, Jaix will teach a course about “Landmarks” new. The original owners, Henry and Lena Nollar built shape inside the home as well.
and historic homes of Kalispell at Flathead Valley it the year before (the home just switched Henrys when As the nation recovered from the Great Depression,
Community College. Read more in the FVCC Henry Nollar sold it to Henry Good). The Good family a remodeling trend took place in Kalispell. Like many
Community Education Classes brochure, call stayed here of and on and rented the home in between.
other homes throughout the town, this one was remod-
(406) 756-3832 or enroll online at fvcc.edu.
Inside, the home featured beautifully crafted “gum- eled by local architect Fred Brinkman, some time in
wood doors and woodwork.” The home was also graced
the mid-1930s.

FLOOR SPACE By Georgia Christianson

What You
Can Buy for About $150,000

NEXT WEEK: $200,000

WHITEFISH
KALISPELL
BIGFORK
POLEBRIDGE

242 Cougar Tr.
26 Spring Creek Tr.
185a Golf Terrace
9300 North Fork Rd.

PRICE: $135,000
PRICE: $145,000
PRICE: $149,000
PRICE: $150,000
WHAT: Two-bedroom, one-bath home
WHAT: Four-bedroom, two-bath home WHAT: One-bedroom, 1.5-bath town-
WHAT: Three-bedroom, one-bath home
home
SQUARE FEET: 1,820
SQUARE FEET: 1,536
SQUARE FEET: 1,512
This cute split entry home features an Enjoy end-of-the-road privacy on a SQUARE FEET: 856
This home is in a perfect location for
attached carport, big backyard and treed, private lot. This home features This completely remodeled townhome all summer and winter activities. It

large covered porch. West Venture Real a detached shop and newly remodeled in Eagle Bend Golf Course features features three bedrooms, one bath and
Estate, LLC
kitchen. Performance Real Estate, Inc.
new cabinets, granite counters and is also available as a vacation rental.
MLS #: 321776
MLS #: 320706
beautiful hardwood looring. Ofered Clearwater Montana Properties, Inc.
fully furnished. Dean & Leininger of MLS #: 316573
Kalispell

MLS #: 309646

If you would like your property listed in the Floor Space section, What would 30 years of successful real-estate experience do for you?
please e-mail [email protected]. Entries are compiled by the Call Georgia, a certiied residential specialist for a free one-hour consultation.
Beacon staf and Georgia Christianson, Montana Brokers.