HISTORY:  Inwood Herald Newspaper, Lyon Co., IA
 
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Lightning Strikes 

The Cooper Residence and Causes Terrible Havoc. 

Last Monday night will be long remembered by the citizens of Inwood because of the terrible
electrical storm which prevailed and the work done by a heavy bolt of lightning almost in our
midst.  The residence on the Helgerson farm, adjoining town, and occupied by Andy Cooper, was
struck by lightning about 12 o’clock in the night and badly demolished.  Half of the west end
was completely torn out, and the remainder considerably shattered.  The current passed along
the roof on the south side, tearing up shingles and sending the plastering through on the
inside.  The marks of the destructive current were plainly visible on the bed in the room
down stairs, which is occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Cooper, when at home, and it is most fortunate
that they were away on this night.  Broken boards and shingles were scattered over the yard.
The building was scorched in places but did not ignite. 

Ed and Ole Sevland were sleeping upstairs and it seems miraculous that they were not hurt in
the least.  The boys were awakened by the fall of plaster upon them and when the condition of
the house was discovered left it. 

July 7, 1893

Inwood Herald