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Evolution of Butte Street Railways From Horses to Electric Cars
The article traces Butte's transit evolution from horse cars to steam dummies and the 1890s electric system. It notes Bennett Bros. and the Metropolitan Electric Company, later the Butte Consolidated Railway and Butte Street Railway, expanding power and fleet to 39 electric cars, with modern features. It highlights track growth to over 22 miles, staff numbers, and the away from horse-drawn conveyance toward a premier Western urban rail service.
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Pressant
Butte
Centerville
Main Street
Bennett Bros
Walkerville
Cemetery
Metropolitan Electric Company
Butte Consolidated Railway Company
Consolidated Company
Electric Company
Butte Consolidated Railway
Butte Street Railway Company
Corliss
J. R. Wharton