100 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
May 30, 1924
While several cars have made the trip both ways over the Wolf Creek Pass highway every day since its opening last week, it is reported in bad condition owing to the storm of the first of the week. However, another week of good weather will make considerable difference.
Cement turning posts have been placed at all important street intersections for the proper diversion of traffic. They were made by using barrels for the forms and are painted white.
The coming summer will find the archaeological force, under the leadership of Curator J.A. Jancon, again in the field at Chimney Rock, eager for further discoveries. The amount allowed for this work by the last legislature is not at all sufficient for what is contemplated this season, and several hundred dollars more would make a very perceptible showing toward the results aimed for.
75 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
May 27, 1949
The summer program of the Pagosa Springs High School Homemaking Department started this week under the direction of Mrs. Hazel Hughes. Cooking classes are meeting on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons with sewing classes on Thursday afternoon, each starting at 1:30. These classes will meet each week for a period of 4 weeks. All classes, which are informal in nature are meeting at the High School Homemaking laboratory.
This program is planned especially for adults. Mrs. Hughes, Vocational Homemaking Instructor, explained but some High School girls are taking advantage of the opportunity. As the summer work is a part of the State and Federal Vocational Homemaking program in cooperation with the local Board of Education, there is no tuition charge. All who are cordially invited to attend any or all of the classes.
The quick process of making yeast was the subject for this week’s cooking class. Factory methods applied to home sewing and short cuts are featured in the sewing classes.
50 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
May 30, 1974
A blaze that threatened to destroy a large amount of timber on Reservoir Hill was brought under control in a short time Sunday afternoon. The fire apparently was caused by carelessness with either a camp fire, or a cigarette.
Town equipment was taken to the fire and the Forest Service also brought men and equipment, including two pumpers. A large number of volunteers also responded to the alarm and after a brief, but intense effort, the fire was brought under control.
It was estimated that between half and three-quarters of an acre of timber was damaged or destroyed by the fire. Fortunately there were no high winds during the time the fire was burning. The assistance of the Forest Service personnel and the availability of water from the town fire truck and street washing truck was also a big help in extinguishing the fire.
As a result of the fire the Town Board has ordered that a gate to the top of the hill be locked and stated that trespassers there will be cited into court. The area has been popular with picnickers and motorcycle riders this spring.
25 years ago
Taken from SUN files of
May 27, 1999
County residents received notice this past week that reflect significant property value increases in some localities and for some classes of property, and lesser increases in other areas.
“I think this year’s property value increases show that Pagosa has become the place to be,” said County Assessor Keren Prior. “There has been a big influx of activity in residential and commercial properties and in new homes.” While it is too soon to calculate the exact amount of increase countywide, according to Prior, it is safe to assume property values across the county are up, driven by the willingness of buyers to pay more and more for the privilege of living in Archuleta County.
As of June 1, residents living inside the Upper San Juan Hospital District boundary will receive round-the-clock emergency medical service from ambulance crews housed at the Emergency Medical Services headquarters on North Pagosa Boulevard.
Inception of the expanded hours coincides with completion of a 2,000-square-foot, two story addition to the EMS building this week.
