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Storm Devastates Farm, Wrecks Barn and Crops
A fierce hurricane tore through the Watertown area causing widespread damage. The Kefauver and Ropp farms suffered major losses including a collapsed barn, uprooted trees, and destroyed wheat and corn fields. Several workers were injured, with one man directing rescue efforts despite serious injuries. Cattle were killed, and nearby farms reported heavy damage to buildings and outbuildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jared
Georte ‘Ropp
Martin Ropp
William FP
Ropp
A. Veterah
Kelaurer
Arnef
Martin FE
Skefauver
Wiliam Ropp
William Rapp
George
Martin
John Rapp
Manville Kefauver
Papier Stine
Kefauver
Hils Son
Stine
John Ropp
William Ropp
Lewis
Bulihding
Georgs Ropp
Dédais
Hedges Farm
Studebaker
Middletown
Braddock -Helg
Rset
Amily Ely
Zecl