100 years ago: Bob Meldrum, former local gunman and well-known “character of the early days,” was released under parole from the Wyoming state penitentiary for good behavior. He spent the previous two years in prison for the killing of “Chick” Bowen at Baggs, Wyoming.
75 years ago: The Rural Electric Association closed down the Bayfield Light and Power plant to save an estimated 150 gallons of fuel oil per day.
50 years ago: The Air Force Officer Selection Team visited Fort Lewis College to give examinations to seniors who were interested in active duty.
25 years ago: A man arrived at the police department to report an intoxicated man who was passed out in the bed of his truck. Police took the man to Detox.
Most items in this column are taken from The Durango Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.
