Thread Number: 61678
/ Tag: Vintage Automatic Washers
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Post# 843294   9/28/2015 at 20:30 (3,104 days old) by washerlover (The Big Island, Hawai’i)   |   | |
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Ah, life in California. If the floods and earthquakes don't get you, the wildfires will! We just finished remodeling our house we bought a year ago, and I was putting the final touches on my lovely laundry room when this happened. I couldn't even get into my former laundry room (or any of the rest of the house) as it was too dangerous, but was able to reach in and look at my melted Norge bakelite agitator in the '65 Norge. At least I have a photo of it as my avatar. Items lost in the fire: washers: '74 Wards, '65 Norge, '62 Maytag, '66 Whirlpool, '74 Frigidaire, '68 GE, '76 Whirlpool, '71 Lady Kenmore, '64 Kenmore, '66 Kenmore, '75 Frigidaire. Dryers: '62 Maytag, '66 Whirlpool, '64 Lady Kenmore, ''74 Frigidaire, '66 Kenmore. Needless to say, I'm devastated and angry. I feel responsible for losing these gems as they aren't as easy to come by anymore. I already got an offer for a wringer machine in St. Louis -- I'm going to need help rebuilding my collection. I am especially fond of Norge and Wards and am willing to pay and ship whatever anyone is willing to sell. We are in a house now until we either rebuild or buy another place -- and this temporary house has room for machines!
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Post# 843295 , Reply# 1   9/28/2015 at 20:38 (3,104 days old) by appnut (TX)   |   | |
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Todd, I had hoped what I wrote in the other thread had come true, but it's not. But y'all are ok. It's gut wrenching to look at the melted machines. I deeply mourn with you as I was so looking forward to washing in both Norges, especially the 1965. We will all move forward with both of you and help you get started again in many ways. I wish I could give ya a hug and hold you both for a bit!!! |
Post# 843300 , Reply# 2   9/28/2015 at 20:44 (3,104 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay)   |   | |
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Oh Todd.
When I saw a post from you after the Valley Fire was well underway, I saw it as a good sign that you were out of harm's way and I felt relieved, so didn't bother to inquire.
Another friend of mine was burned out completely in the Lexington fire back in the mid '80s. He ended up building a palatial replacement home all to his own specs, so that's the bright side.
I'm sure you'll get a new collection started, but given the circumstances, they'll likely be sourced outside of Lake County.
I'm glad you made it out safely, and I hope if you had any pets, they did too. I know I'm a few hours away, but if there's anything I can do, like snag and hold a machine for you in the SJ area, let me know. Even if it's -- cough -- a Norge!
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Post# 843303 , Reply# 3   9/28/2015 at 20:52 (3,104 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 843305 , Reply# 4   9/28/2015 at 20:53 (3,104 days old) by Northwesty (Renton, WA)   |   | |
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I am amazed at those two adirondack chairs just sitting there. |
Post# 843311 , Reply# 5   9/28/2015 at 21:09 (3,104 days old) by pumper (SE Wisconsin)   |   | |
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Post# 843315 , Reply# 6   9/28/2015 at 21:20 (3,104 days old) by wayupnorth (On a lake between Bangor and Bar Harbor, Maine)   |   | |
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Post# 843320 , Reply# 8   9/28/2015 at 21:51 (3,104 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage)   |   | |
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Post# 843332 , Reply# 9   9/28/2015 at 23:05 (3,104 days old) by super32 (Blackstone Massachusetts)   |   | |
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Post# 843333 , Reply# 10   9/28/2015 at 23:09 (3,104 days old) by toploadloyalist (San Luis Obispo, CA)   |   | |
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You have my dearest heartfelt sympathy! :( |
Post# 843336 , Reply# 11   9/28/2015 at 23:15 (3,104 days old) by NeptuneGuy27 (Baltimore,MD)   |   | |
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I'm very sorry for your loss. Glad that you and your family are safe though. I am sure you'll get your collection rebuilt. Chris |
Post# 843339 , Reply# 12   9/28/2015 at 23:44 (3,104 days old) by A440 ()   |   | |
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So sorry you guys had to go through this! I cannot even imagine. Glad you are all safe and sound. |
Post# 843341 , Reply# 13   9/28/2015 at 23:56 (3,104 days old) by jetaction (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 843345 , Reply# 14   9/29/2015 at 00:03 (3,104 days old) by hippiedoll ( arizona )   |   | |
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Chiming in here, with disappointment & sadness over reading the devastating news & seeing the upsetting pictures. I am so sorry for your loss of the house & your laundry room collection. My heart & prayers go out to you. I know it's hard to see the silver-lining when dealing with such a big dark cloud. Keep us updated on your situation. I will also try to keep an eye out for you, to help you rebuild your collection.
Keep strong & try to stay positive my friend. |
Post# 843400 , Reply# 15   9/29/2015 at 07:21 (3,103 days old) by turquoisedude (.)   |   | |
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Post# 843411 , Reply# 16   9/29/2015 at 08:06 (3,103 days old) by mayken4now (Panama City, Florida)   |   | |
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Todd:
It's like death almost. You don't know how others feel until it happens to you. Well guess what. When I lived in Pennsylvania going to college, my house burnt. I did not have a total loss like you, but it was very disturbing. I Was angry as well. Replacing stuff is one thing, but to not be hurt and all of the many blessings hence forth, is the most important thing! It was for me anyway. Keep the head up! |
Post# 843414 , Reply# 17   9/29/2015 at 08:31 (3,103 days old) by electron1100 (England)   |   | |
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Post# 843418 , Reply# 18   9/29/2015 at 09:38 (3,103 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)   |   | |
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Post# 843447 , Reply# 19   9/29/2015 at 12:22 (3,103 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)   |   | |
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Post# 843452 , Reply# 20   9/29/2015 at 13:09 (3,103 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 843457 , Reply# 21   9/29/2015 at 13:27 (3,103 days old) by Tomturbomatic (Beltsville, MD)   |   | |
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Todd, I am sorry for your great loss. Words do not come to mind to deal with your heartache. Again, I am very sorry for your great loss. Tom |
Post# 843461 , Reply# 22   9/29/2015 at 14:25 (3,103 days old) by whirlaway (Hampton Virginia)   |   | |
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YOU CANNOT BE REPLACED!!!!!!! How devastating! I feel so sad for you,at least here on the East Coast,we can plan when a hurricane comes,but fire is scarey!!!!! Good luck in getting your life back together again!!!! Bobby |
Post# 843464 , Reply# 23   9/29/2015 at 14:57 (3,103 days old) by maytagmike (Burlington, Vt)   |   | |
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Post# 843472 , Reply# 25   9/29/2015 at 15:12 (3,103 days old) by jons1077 (Vancouver, Washington, USA)   |   | |
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I wouldn't even know where to begin so I'd like to make a very small contribution. I noticed one of the machines on your list was a 70's Frigidaire. I have a '76 model 1-18 that I'd like to place your name on. When you get back on your feet and have a place for a washer then just know you have at least one to start with. Hope you like goldenrod!
Jon |
Post# 843475 , Reply# 26   9/29/2015 at 15:15 (3,103 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)   |   | |
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Post# 843476 , Reply# 27   9/29/2015 at 15:19 (3,103 days old) by whirlykenmore78 (Prior Lake MN (GMT-0500 CDT.))   |   | |
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Post# 843484 , Reply# 28   9/29/2015 at 16:17 (3,103 days old) by rapidry1000 (San Francisco)   |   | |
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Sorry about your loss. Thank goodness you were not hurt. I will keep an eye out for any Montgomery Ward or Norge machines in the San Francisco area. |
Post# 843512 , Reply# 29   9/29/2015 at 20:15 (3,103 days old) by washerlover (The Big Island, Hawai’i)   |   | |
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Thank you all for your kindness and support. We are all safe -- my heart also goes out for the other many displaced people affected by the fire. As a County employee, I have been working in disaster recovery operations and have met so many resilient people here. My husband and I will rebuild, and hope to have an even better appliance collection when it's all said and done. I can already see the Norge phoenix rising!! (no coughing, please!)
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Post# 843527 , Reply# 30   9/29/2015 at 21:49 (3,103 days old) by bendix5 (Central Point, Oregon)   |   | |
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Post# 843531 , Reply# 31   9/29/2015 at 21:59 (3,103 days old) by rickr (.)   |   | |
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Post# 843553 , Reply# 32   9/30/2015 at 00:39 (3,103 days old) by PhilR (Quebec Canada)   |   | |
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I'm really sorry to hear that. There was recently a set of Wards machines from the 1970s advertised on Craigslist near Burlington VT but the seller never got back to me... And I guess that's a bit far from California anyway...
I guess you lost a lot more stuff that you cared for, I hope you'll be able to get a few things that you enjoy and that you'll get all the support and help we need in such situations. |
Post# 843555 , Reply# 33   9/30/2015 at 01:02 (3,102 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage)   |   | |
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Post# 843562 , Reply# 34   9/30/2015 at 03:12 (3,102 days old) by jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)   |   | |
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I can't imagine losing my collection to fire and then also my home. Devastating Todd. Its ghostly what is left, I too was stunned to see the adirondack chairs just sitting there. My heartfelt sympathies goes out to you and your husband. I too will keep an eye out for Wards and Frigidaires but Boston is about as far as you can get from CA.
Jon & Artey
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Post# 843618 , Reply# 35   9/30/2015 at 11:33 (3,102 days old) by PhilR (Quebec Canada)   |   | |
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Post# 843652 , Reply# 36   9/30/2015 at 17:28 (3,102 days old) by CircleW (NE Cincinnati OH area)   |   | |
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Todd, I'm very sorry to hear of this unfortunate thing happening to you! Glad you are OK, though! Very strange how fire does, destroying your home, but leaving your lawn furniture intact. I know everyone here will help you rebuild your collection quickly, and with anything else you need. |
Post# 843662 , Reply# 37   9/30/2015 at 19:14 (3,102 days old) by Frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie)   |   | |
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Post# 843671 , Reply# 38   9/30/2015 at 19:56 (3,102 days old) by Rberryiii3 (Palm Springs, California)   |   | |
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Todd I feel so bad I've been thinking about you since the fire started and I was hoping that fire would miss your house both Travis and I are praying for you if you guys need anything let us know |
Post# 843672 , Reply# 39   9/30/2015 at 20:09 (3,102 days old) by washerlover (The Big Island, Hawai’i)   |   | |
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