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Tornado/Cyclone of 1914

 

June 24

 

Destructive storm struck the northwestern section of the city, inflicting significant property damage, especially in an area of North Second St.  Most frequently referred to as a “cyclone.”

 

The storm also destroyed the Fourth St Bridge.

 

Image Portfolio

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   Frank Schliewe home [WDTimes, 06 25 1914], 815 N Second (Second and Lynn) 

Sometimes cited as the Knispel home.   One of series of images available.

     Series of images of ruins of Henry Wetzel home, 109 Lynn St, is available.

 

   Ruins of Knispel Ice House.   One of series of images available.

 

Cross References:

               1873 tornado