100 years ago: “The house public lands committee this morning authorized Congressman Edward T. Taylor of Colorado to make a favorable report upon his bill to correct title to Durango city reservoir and drainage basin.”
75 years ago: “An insignificant point was the difference between losing and winning when Durango and Cortez met in Smiley High gym last night, but to the Demons it was an extremely valuable point, for it gave them victory over their rivals, 22-21.”
50 years ago: “Durango High wrestling coach John Baughman’s wildest dreams came true this weekend.”
25 years ago: “Slippery streets accounted for most of the city traffic accidents reported by Durango police.”
Most items in this column are taken from Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.
