100 years ago: “Lost – in post office gold-handled umbrella with name ‘Ethel’ engraved on handle, reward for return.”
75 years ago: “A fraternal event of much interest to the San Juan Basin and Durango in particular is to take place on the 121st birthday of the founding of American Odd Fellowship. When Durango Lodge No. 48, I.O.O.F., will burn the mortgage of its lodge home and be free from debt.”
50 years ago: “The Animas River, slowed by cool weather, continued to drop slightly for the second day. ... The Durango office of the Colorado State Patrol reported it was snowing lightly on Wolf Creek Pass.”
25 years ago: “More than 600 seniors will receive degrees from Fort Lewis College during the 27th annual commencement ceremonies. The college will confer five associate arts degrees in agriculture, 66 bachelor of science degrees and 566 bachelor of arts degrees for a total of 623.”
Most items in this column are taken from Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.
