Power Boats in War and Business
Two motor boat types, one a future battleship to be named Fondroyant, and another freight motor boat used on European rivers, show contrast to current pleasure craft in Muscatine harbor. Britain builds a battleship to cost about 12.25 million dollars, surpassing the Dreadnought. The design emphasizes large size and integrated power for war and commerce.
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Danube
Elbe
Rhine
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Future battleships driven by gas engines foreseen
The article envisions a future warship with gas engines replacing funnels and stokers, no boiler explosions, silent operation, and 23 knot speed. It notes 12 inch armor on the Foudroyant and contrasts this with a motorized merchant craft on the Mississippi, highlighting European tug practice and the growing role of motor boats and automobiles on water.
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Foudroyant
Power Boat Boom on the Mississippi and St Louis Clubs
R. H. Combs notes the rise of motor boating south of the Missouri and the growth of Mississippi Valley Power Boat association. He highlights rapid boat design advances, speeds near 30 mph, and the Muscatine launch club’s role in forming the new association in January. He pledges to advance the group during his executive term.
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Alexander
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Muscatine Launch Club
United States
Sioux City Journal asks about candidate names in race
The Sioux City Journal questions why Jerry B. and Roger C. are favored over John L. in an eastern district contest, probing shifts in support and public interest.
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Notable Addition to Iliinois Valley Yacht Club Fleet
Peoria July 3 a new speed boat joins the Illinois Valley Yacht Club for J B Bartholomew the vessel measures 48 feet long 6 feet wide and is powered by two 60 hp engines. Jack Wright adds a 24 foot boat with two 6 hp Gray motors to the club lineup.
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