100 years ago: The Old Greene Mountain Mine in Silverton ranked as one of the leading shippers for the year, maintaining its reputation as a consistent producer for the district.
75 years ago: Durango patrolman Russell De Salvo warned the community that he would be obligated to issue court citations to all drivers with 1941 license plates and inspection certificates, and to drivers with 1941 chauffeur licenses.
50 Years Ago: City firemen responded to two calls, rescuing a cat from a power poll at 16th Street and fixing a short in the wiring of Clarence Wright’s car.
25 years ago: A string of thefts was reported near downtown Durango that included two pairs of skis, a briefcase, tools, camping equipment, ski apparel, cash and two mountain bikes.
Most items in this column are taken from Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.
