100 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
October 29, 1926
We desire to compliment the editors of “Mashonkasha,” the paper published by the students of the Pagosa Springs High School. The first number, distributed last week is well and neatly prepared, with a well-balanced variety of material and advertising.
Mrs. Gertrude Larson and Geo. Teeters, who is employed at her ranch in O’Neal park, were placed under quarantine Monday for diphtheria. Mrs. Larson was in the midst of threshing the season’s grain when taken ill.
Miss Charline Turner, teacher of the Yellow Jacket school, fell at the school house Tuesday and unfortunately dislocated her shoulder, necessitating a trip to Durango for medical attention. Tho she has been conducting school since under difficulties, school will be dismissed the coming week until she recovers.
John H. Lattin, proprietor of the San Juan Livery & Transfer company, last week purchased the livery barn building and property from the owner, L.F. Woolery.
75 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
October 26, 1951
Every seat in the high school auditorium was filled with interested fathers, mothers and teachers at the first Parent Teachers Association meeting held Thursday evening, October 11th.
It was decided to charge 10 cents for refreshments, that money to be donated to the science department for new equipment.
“The improvement in effort and interest the students have shown in their school work,” stated Mr. Lacewell, school superintendent, “is noticeable the first six weeks of school.” Mr. Lacewell discussed this subject further in a very interesting talk to the parents.
The room count was won by the third grade taught by Miss Dorothy Mosely. The meeting was adjourned and delicious refreshments were served by the 3rd grade mothers.
The members of Beta Upsilon chapter and their husbands were entertained at a smorgasbord dinner given by Mr. and Mrs. Dailey Hott at their home on October 10th.
The table was decorated in a pleasing arrangement of fall-colored leaves with clever cartoons depicting the events of the hunting season, drawn by Mrs. Earl Mullins.
50 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
October 28, 1976
President Ford has signed the payment-in-lieu of taxes bill that was introduced in the Congress by Colorado’s Third District Congressman, Frank Evans. This could result in about $100,000 in additional funds for the county, but may end up being considerably less than that.
Snow fell on Wolf Creek Pass Tuesday night, with an estimated total fall of eight inches. Chain stations were open from shortly before midnight until Wednesday morning. Most of the snow was up on top and roads were practically dry at each side.
Charges of hunting on private property without permission were filed against 15 elk hunters last week in county court. The charges were filed by WCO Judd Cooney.
According to Cooney the violations took place on the Banded Peak Ranch above Chromo. Most of the hunters were camped just outside of the private property but were hunting on the ranch and at Chama Lake. There were all fined $50 and costs and all plead guilty.
25 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
October 25, 2001
The proposed development of Piano Creek Ranch is on hold.
Piano Creek is a multi-million dollar, 2,700 acre, investor-owned luxury development proposed for construction on the East Fork of the San Juan River in Mineral County and about 15 miles northeast of Pagosa Springs.
“Everything is being suspended while the original 14 investors evaluate the situation,” said Matt Bachus, a spokesman for Piano Creek developers.
An office maintained on Lewis Street by the developers will be closed after Oct. 31, according to Bachus. Local employees of the office are being laid off.
Failure to secure sufficient investment backing given the current national economy is to blame for the need to place the project on hold, Bachus said. A commitment of at least 50 percent of the anticipated cost was needed in order to obtain financial underwriting from banks, according to Bachus. The 50-percent threshold was never reached.
“Those opposed to us will probably try to take credit for the suspension,” Bachus said, “but that isn’t the case. The truth is, we haven’t met the financial requirements.”
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