I am not related I just found this in the paper:
BAIRD STAR, Saturday, April 18, 1896

THE STORM
On last Saturday night a storm of wind almost in the nature of a cyclone broke over this city, which was followed by a severe hail and rain storm. The wind had been blowing for some 48 hours from the south and southeast, and soon after dark it assumed the proportions of a gale, keeping the dust and sand flying in very direction, and making it exceedingly difficult for pedestrians to keep on their feet.
About six miles west of here at Clyde, the Catholic church was blown off its foundation.
At Cottonwood, some 22 miles south of here, the residence occupied by Mr. Will Rawlings was completely wrecked, killing Mrs. R outright and fatally injuring Dr. Mason, he aged grandfather who died Sunday evening from the injuries sustained. Mr. R and his three children was severely injured but we are glad to say will survive.
The rain was badly needed, and will be greatly appreciated by the farmers in this section.