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Book Synopsis: When talk began circulating in 1848 about the importance of railroads, the people of Cascade grew anxious. Without direct access to navigable rivers other than the Mississippi over 36 miles away, their community could very well fade from existence. They needed a railroad as soon as possible. The idea raced forward, with the backing of the Chicago, Clinton, Dubuque and Minnesota Railroad Company, or "the River Road," which ran along the western bank of the Mississippi River and passed through Bellevue. Their hopes and dreams became reality in a three-foot-gauge line 31 years later, in 1879. In 1880, the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway purchased the River Road, which included the narrow-gauge branch line to Cascade. Overjoyed at having a larger entity involved, anticipation for the widening of the rails to standard gauge grew quickly. This book relates the story from the beginning to its abandonment in 1936. Today Bellevue and Cascade survive as thriving small towns and are economically healthy. Despite the fact that 70 years have passed since the last spike was pulled, many people know of and recall Iowa's last narrow-gauge railroad.
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Are you a history enthusiast or a passionate railroad lover? Then look no further! Introducing Iowa's Last Narrow-Gauge Railroad (IA) (Images of Rail) Book - the ultimate exploration into the fascinating story of a community's determination to survive and thrive.
Step back in time to the 19th century when the people of Cascade faced a daunting challenge - without direct access to nearby rivers, their very existence hung in the balance. But dreams can turn into reality, and after 31 years of anticipation, a three-foot-gauge line connected this community to the rest of the world in 1879. And that's just the beginning.
When the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway acquired the River Road in 1880, the excitement reached new heights. The possibilities seemed endless as the rails were widened to standard gauge, connecting Bellevue and Cascade to economic prosperity. Our book delves into the incredible journey from inception to its eventual abandonment in 1936.
Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of how these two towns, Bellevue and Cascade, transformed from humble settlements to thriving economic hubs that still stand strong today. As the last spike was pulled more than 70 years ago, the unforgettable legacy of Iowa's last narrow-gauge railroad lives on in the hearts and memories of many.
Don't miss out on this chance to delve into the rich history and captivating stories of Iowa's Last Narrow-Gauge Railroad. Get your copy now and embark on a remarkable journey through time. Order here!
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