Florida Hurricane Stages Epic Fear and Survival Tale
A Fort Lauderdale family recounts a devastating hurricane night with their house wrecked and neighbors killed. They describe escaping through collapsed streets, aiding friends, and witnessing widespread ruin along the Coral Rock coast. The letter details fear, courage, and the fragile dawn of life after disaster.
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Waterloo
Coral Rock
R. W. Johnston
Fort Lauderdale
J. W. O'Keefe
Highland Boulevard
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Jair
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Mr. Fuppen
Blair
Bob
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Pital
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Clark
Walter Clarks
Laurene
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The Roof Flew Off In Tornado Like Storm Night
A survivor recalls a hurricane ripping off the roof at 3 to 4:30 a.m. as bay waters rose and lights failed. Family members hoisted rugs to tables, sheltered behind closed doors, and described fearful screams, flying debris, and the terrifying walls and furniture moving in the dark.
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Ocean
Ocean Drive
Chicago
Bob
Blair
Will Florida Weather the Storm and Rebuild Soon
A correspondent writes of families enduring a hurricane, praising courage and resilience. The writer notes plans to shelter north during hurricane season, expects stronger buildings, and recounts repairs starting on their house as the southern coast remains hopeful for renewal.
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Lafcadio Hearn
Florida
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Praised by Women
Letters from Annie Kwinski and Mattie Adams describe restored health after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. They report renewed energy to manage housework, enjoy reading, attending plays, and engaging in church and civic activities. Thousands of women past fifty credit the remedy for better health.
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Annie Kwinski
1St Avenue
Milwaukee
Wis
Lydia BE
Pinkham
Mattie Adams
Downing Street
Brewton
Ala
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