The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago
Arthur Critchlow was in from Piceance during the early part of the week and reports material progression in his section. Among the most notable improvements is that of the new school house on upper Piceance. It is a stone structure, large enough to accommodate the school population of that section for many years to come, and was erected under the supervision of Mr. James Gray, and the building is a credit to that gentleman’s painstaking workmanship.
It is becoming painfully evident that an organized gang of horse thieves are operating in this county, judging by the frequency in which citizens report the disappearance of valuable horses. Steps should be taken to cause these knights of the range to move on.
Local politics are warming up.
The Meeker Herald ~ 100 years ago
School commences Monday September 10th.
The indications at this time are that steers will bring very good prices this fall, but the stock is likely to be low.
The business men of Meeker (that is–most of them) paid for the airplane exhibition at the Rio Blanco County Fair. It was good.
Mrs. Joe Sexson was slightly hurt when the horses drawing the Grange Float became frightened and ran away. Mrs. Sexson jumped and was hurt from the fall.
The Meeker Herald ~ 50 years ago
Helen Anderson, a ‘73 summer graduate of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, is a new member of the staff at The Meeker Herald. Helen, who received her Bachelor of Arts degree, majored in political science and had two years of journalism, and this past summer was enrolled in a photography course at the college. As a student at CSU, Helen was employed part time at The Coloradoan. She is the daughter of Mrs. Bernece Anderson.
Mrs. Iris Franklin, a well known person in the Meeker area, was recently selected as one of the Outstanding Young Women of America for 1973. The program recognized the achievements and abilities of women between the ages of 21 and 35. These women are being honored for their outstanding civic and professional contributions to their communities. Mrs. Franklin is now being considered for further state and national awards.
A new leathercraft shop has been opened in Meeker. Located next to Jirak’s Corner Drug is Ron Hilkey’s Canvas and Leather, owned and operated by Ron Hilkey. Having been undersheriff for Rio Blanco County for the last 6 ½ years, he says the job was exciting and he liked it really well. “It was a good job for me, but I’ve wanted to try the leather business for years, so when I got the opportunity, I couldn’t pass it up.”
The Meeker Herald ~ 25 years ago
This is the start of another great year at Meeker Alternative High School. The 1998-1999 school year is the fourth year that this program has been available to the students at M.H.S. In the past three years we have had a total of twenty-nine graduates.
Because the Meeker Classic has 133 dogs competing, an extra day of competition has been added for 1998. Trials begin Weds. Sept. 9. Anyone who wishes to watch Wednesday’s Elimination Trials is invited. There will be no entrance fee.
Meeker High School Student Council President Danny Conrado and vice president Marie McCoy took the stage at student orientation the first day to school to introduce three exchange students who will spend the school year in Meeker. Photos and details about the special guests will appear in the paper as soon as possible.
Rangely Times ~ 50 years ago
The County Fair is over with for another year. The indoor exhibit hall looked very nice as it was full of exhibits and booths. The horticulture and flower department had fewer exhibits than usual due to the weather. Exhibitors are to be congratulated on their efforts in setting up booths and preparing exhibits. It is this type of community spirit that makes a fair.
The Girl’s Athletic Association (G.A.A.) is an organization that provides intramural sports for girls. Last Thursday all members met and letters were handed out to those who participated in tournaments last year. This year the requirement for lettering is attendance of 75% of all tournaments.
Dale W. Stahlecker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Stahlecker, was among the 772 seniors and graduates students to receive degrees from Colorado State University at summer commencement exercises on August 17. He received a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Wildlife biology. He will be working on a Master’s Degree at CSU for the next two years on a fellowship grant.
Rangely Times ~ 25 years ago
Late last month, one horse west of Rangely tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), a virus that causes weakness, staggering, intermittent fever, weight loss, jaundice, and swelling of lower abdomen and limbs in equines. The owner’s veterinarian euthanized the infected horse and the horse was buried according to health department recommendations.
About 7,500 deer licenses and 8,750 elk licenses still remain for sale as leftovers from the limited license drawing. These licenses are available at Division of WIldlife Service Centers. Following is a breakdown of those that remained as of Aug. 27.
We counted 79 companies, individuals, and organizations who participated in the 1998 4H/FFA junior livestock sale at the county fair. Buyers paid a total of $96,000 for livestock raised by Rio Blanco County young people.
