75 years ago: “A record attendance for a Durango Chamber of Commerce meeting was recorded at the annual meeting at the Strater Hotel, when 162 Durango businessmen and outside guests were present.”

50 years ago: “District Judge Richard Conour of Del Norte asked for written briefs at this week’s hearing for Harry Roberts and will take the case under advisement.”

25 years ago: “The Durango Demon wrestling team turned in a ninth-place performance at the 16-team Arvada West tournament held Saturday.”

Most items in this column are taken from Herald archives, Center of Southwest Studies and Animas Museum. Their accuracy may not be verified.