Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

Lifestyle

Truck Collides with Gas Station in Jamestown, One Fatality Reported

A tragic incident unfolded in Jamestown, North Dakota, on July 11, 1939, when a large truck collided with a gas station, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. The accident occurred at approximately 19:00 local time when a truck loaded with 10 tons of butter swerved in an attempt to avoid an automobile at an intersection on Highway 10. The truck crashed head-on into the Heil Service station, demolishing a significant portion of the structure.

Details of the Incident

William Koch, a 60-year-old retired carpenter from Cleveland, was pronounced dead later that evening. Reports indicate he suffered severe injuries, including broken legs and internal injuries. At the time of the accident, Koch was standing in the doorway of the service station along with Julius Heil Jr. and William McDougall, a local youth.

As the passenger vehicle, driven by Orr Tramner, approached the intersection about 50 yards from the station, the truck, operated by the Roswick Truck Line of Bismarck, swerved to avoid a collision. Despite their efforts to seek refuge inside, Koch and his companions were unable to reach safety before the truck struck.

Injuries and Immediate Aftermath

The driver of the truck, Thomas Coons from McKenzie, sustained cuts to his head, while his companion, Joseph Peterson from Bismarck, emerged unscathed. The impact caused flying glass and debris, injuring both McDougall and Heil. An 11-year-old boy, Donald Cusator, who was inside the station, also sustained bruises.

McDougall, age 19, is currently receiving medical treatment, as are Heil and another injured individual, Darrell Cooper, aged 28, who was seated at a desk inside the station. At the time of the incident, Cooper was engaged in conversation with three local men: Jake Hockstetter, Frank Ervin, and Henry Otto.

The passenger car, which included Tramner’s wife, his sister-in-law, Mrs. Zack Tramner, and three small children, was “nicked” by the truck during the collision, damaging the vehicle’s fenders.

The truck’s impact with the gas station was significant, with a portion of the building collapsing onto the truck itself, which came to rest with a corner of the structure atop the trailer. A 12-inch beam penetrated the windshield, narrowly missing both Coons and Peterson.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with road traffic and the tragic consequences that can arise from vehicular accidents. The local community is mourning the loss of a respected resident while also reflecting on the importance of road safety measures.

You May Also Like

Top Stories

California has taken a stand against a federal directive from the Trump administration demanding the exclusion of transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports....

Top Stories

Frontier, a coalition of technology leaders including Google and Meta, has announced a landmark investment in Arbor, a cutting-edge startup specializing in bioenergy with...

Entertainment

Olivia Munn, the acclaimed actress, recently shared an intimate revelation about her personal struggles with trichotillomania, a disorder that compels individuals to pull out...

Sports

Heavy rainfall in central Texas early on July 4, 2023, led to catastrophic flooding, resulting in a rising death toll that now exceeds 100...

Entertainment

Netflix has seen a significant rise in viewership for the film The Intern, which marks its tenth anniversary this year. Last month, this 2015...

Sports

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his support for Max Verstappen in the event of a potential move to Mercedes, stating he would have no issues...

Top Stories

WPP, a leading global advertising and communications company, has revised its financial outlook for 2023 following a notable decrease in client spending. The company’s...

Politics

President Donald Trump has reignited discussions around tariffs on a range of imports, threatening significant duties that could impact various sectors from copper to...

Business

Investors are closely monitoring five key travel stocks today, as highlighted by MarketBeat’s stock screener tool. The companies—Alibaba Group, Costco Wholesale, WNS, SoFi Technologies,...

Sports

Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, faced backlash recently due to a photo posted on July 4, where some critics...

Sports

Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić has opted to delay signing a contract extension with the Denver Nuggets this summer. This decision, confirmed by a...

Top Stories

Robinhood’s CEO, Vlad Tenev, has highlighted the transformative potential of tokenization in capital markets. During a recent discussion, Tenev emphasized how sectors such as...

Copyright © All rights reserved. This website provides general news and educational content for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of the information presented. The content should not be considered professional advice of any kind. Readers are encouraged to verify facts and consult appropriate experts when needed. We are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience resulting from the use of information on this site.