The Register, Wednesday Evening October 30, 1929
Seaside Park Hotel Destroyed By Fire
Fire which broke out at about 1.30, Monday afternoon, completely destroyed the well known resort known Seaside Park Hotel at Harborville, together with a large portion of the contents.
At the time of the outbreak, the proprietor, E. W. Kappele, and Mrs. Fannie Wilson, an aged lady, were the only occupants. Mr. Kappele was not aware of the fire until a neighbor, Mr. L. H. Brown, called him on the phone and notified him of the circumstances.
Neighbors for miles around hastened to the scene and although it was impossible to save the building, rendered valuable assistance in saving the greater part of the contents on the first and second floors. The barn and two bungalows, although catching fire several times, were eventually saved after strenuous efforts.
The hotel was a three-storey frame building, erected in 1910 by a joint stock company, of which E. W. Kappele held a controlling interest. The site, high up in the hills, overlooking the village and bay, was most charming, adding much to the popularity as a seaside resort.
The loss is particularly heavy, there being no insurance.
Mrs. Wilson was unfortunate in losing the greater portion of her wardrobe and a purse containing about $20.00.
Mr. Kappele has taken up residence in one of the bungalows.