100 years ago: “It is probable that the fair directors will offer a special prize for the largest and best collection of minerals mined in the San Juan Basin. Mining is one of the most important industries in this section, and its recognition is timely and will be appreciated.”
75 years ago: “Modernizing the kitchen was the theme of the talk given to her listeners by Miss Exine Davenport. Davenport, who appeared under the joint auspices of the Colorado State Agriculture College and the extension service of La Plata County, emphasized the advantages in electric power in lightening kitchen work.”
50 years ago: “There was light snow falling on Red Mountain, Coalbank and Molas passes as rain continued to pour on Durango.”
25 years ago: “Have you noticed unkept flower gardens and overflowing trash dumpsters in city parks this summer? You’re likely to notice a lot more ragged edges in the parks if the Durango City Council does not fund new maintenance positions next year. ... In the past few years, the city has added 20 acres of new parks, but no employees to keep them up. Parks employees have been taxed this year by special events, including the World Mountain Bike Championships and the whitewater championships.”
Most items in this column are taken from Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.
