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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1925
Page
10
STATE NEWS AND COMMENTS Des Moines ranks among the nation’s top post offices by business, handling 86 publications through the main office. 1924 stamp sales surpassed 1928 by 129,755.51 dollars, with five year gains suggesting a 1925 total near three million.
Chicago report on Thomas Edison viewing the Milwaukee Electric locomotive tour across 39 cities. Edison predicts electricity will power trains and cars, noting 60 to 65 mph speeds and the ability to haul 1000 tons up 3 percent grades. The article details construction, costs, power generation from mountain waterfalls, regenerative braking, and a test where electric beat steam locomotive.
Capital extension purchase yielded limited salvage while land and improvements rose in value as Des Moines expanded. Jester credits Gov. Clarke’s single-handed support for the venture, noting the deal helped spur urban growth and a monument to Clarke. Sherman La Pollette reports deer escape from a Wayne county farm, now roam May woods along the Chinton river protected by law. A Pasteur fever bulletin warns eastern Iowa veterinarians of continuing spread and cautions Lowans about fake Salvation Army solicitors. Adjutant Norman Marshall mentions fraudulent mobilization schemes soliciting funds under false pretenses.
Dr Doran, a regular graduate in medicine and surgery, travels to cities offering free consultations. He treats chronic appendicitis ulcers stomach liver skin nerves heart kidneys and more with a distinctive method. Married women must be accompanied by their husbands. Address 386 Boston Block Minneapolis Minn.
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