Edison rates praised for fair light and power in Boston
The Edison Electric Illuminating Co promotes fair equitable electricity pricing in Greater Boston. Testimonials from AGRICULTURISTS and retailers describe cost savings and superior light quality with GEM lamps, noting reduced fuel, fewer repairs, faster tasks, and brighter showrooms. Franklin Automobile Co. endorses bright, efficient illumination to attract customers.
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Boston
Edison Company
Greater
Edison Electric service praised by a home user
A letter from Frederick LL. Pratt commends the Edison Electric Illuminating Co for reliable service over almost a year. He notes absence of heat and convenience as key benefits of the electric light for home use.
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Edison Electric Illuminating Co
Frederick LL. Pratt
Coleman Donovan Registered Pharmacists Adverts Lights
Dear Sirs We wired our stores three years ago and have put in a complete installation of No 2 GEM lamps and shades We also use an electrically operated cash register We can honorably say that much of our success in business has been due to the unusual and complete illumination of our store Electric lights bring business and no mistake.
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Edison Eléc
Head Place
Boston
Mass
Coleman & Donovan
William Kirby endorses Edison electric lighting service
The notice presents William Kirby of 295 Broadway South Boston praising Edison Electric Illuminating Company at 3 Head Place Boston. He reports using a time switch to automate lights, enabling predictable monthly consumption and minimal attention. Signature shows William Kirby as dealer in ales wines liquors and cigars with 409 East Eighth Street South Boston listing.
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Broadway
South
Boston
Edison Electric Iluminating Company
Head Place
Mass
Sirs
Edison Electric Company Endorses Local Power Service
The Edison Elec Ill Co of Boston writes to praise the power and light furnished, calling it convenient reliable and satisfactory. A second note from Leahy and Porter details high efficiency lamps installed at their corner and reports doubled business due to the lighting and service being economical and safe.
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Edison Elec. Il. Co
Edison Elec. Ill. Co
Head Place
Boston
Edison Electric Ill Co endorses individual motors for machinery
In letters dated January 21 1907 Edison Electric Illuminating Company of Boston reports success with motor powered operation. The sparrell print praises sixty motors running from machine to machine noting cleanliness economy and reliability with current supply, while another user commends GEM lamps and a tall illuminated sign boosting visibility and advertising value.
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Edison Electric Ill. Co
8 Head Place
Boston
Mass
Edison Electric Illuminating Company
Sparrell
Carpenter and Builder Praises 5 HP Electric Motor
J N Chute of 199 Berkeley St Boston writes Edison Electric Illuminating Co Boston thanking them for the 5 horsepower motor used in his carpentry shop. He notes he previously used a 2 horsepower motor and cannot get along without the larger unit. Dated January 23 1907.
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Bey J.N. Chute
Berkeley St
Boston
Edison Electric Illuminating Co. endorsed by druggists for electricity
A letter from a chemist lauds electricity as indispensable for business and comfort. He recalls overheating without gaslight and notes improved health and mood after adopting electric illumination. He cites a gas meter failure and says electricity saved his store from loss and should be adopted by druggists.
Embroideries Ad Offers Lighting Solutions from Boston Shop
A customer from Boston writes on January 23 1907 praising the reliability and adaptability of Edison Blec Ill Co lighting for windows and showcases. He notes gas as unsuitable due to texture and delicacy of fabrics and signs off as KE J States.
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Edison Blec, Ill
Head Place
Boston
Mass
Edison Electric Illuminating Co praised by Boston retailer
A Boston merchant Maurice Obst & Co. at 1837 Washington Street writes on January 16 1907 praising Edison Electric Illuminating Co for its reliable electric lighting. He notes that the lights boost store appeal attract customers and save money and that he has recommended the service to others.
Up To Date Haberdashers Letter on Electric Lighting
Dear Sirs I have used your electric light in my store for years My installation of high efficiency lamps gives me entire satisfaction as my store has low ceilings and there is none of the objectionable heat with gas For my window lighting I can make a better display of my goods and there is no danger from fire as with gas GEQ A LEVY CO Bowdoin Street Boston Edison Co Boston Massachusetts letters endorsing electric lighting to improve displays and safety.
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Edison Elec, Ill. Co
Head Place
Boston
Mass
Franklin Automobile CO
GO. E. Wheeler
Mgr
Edison Elec
Ill. Co
Edison Elec, Il, Co
GEQ. A. Levy & CO
Edison Elec.ol. Co
Edison Electric illumines Morse's medical practice in Boston
Dr F H Morse of Boston praises Edison Electric Ill Co for reliable service and lower rates. He says the new pricing has let him save while operating multiple electrical machines in his office.
Edison Electric Ill Co Serves New Store Lighting Need
A 1907 note from Hayler's Boston thanks Confectioners and PTE Chocolates for prompt service. The Edison Electric Illinois Company at 3 Head Place and Tremont Street provided current for the opening of a new branch at 139 Summer Street, ensuring temporary lighting during setup.
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Edison Elec. Ill. Co
Head Place
Boston
Tremont St
Summer St
Hayler’s
H. J. Arnold
Atlas Mfg Co Compliments Edison Electric Service
A Boston based Atlas Manufacturing Company writes to Edison Electric illuminating the reliability of their power for sewing machine use. The letter thanks Edison for consistent service and notes its necessity to their business. Signed by Atlas Mfg Co. with typical formal closure.
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Boston
Edison Elec, Ill
Head Place
Mass
Atlas Mfg. CO
Atwood Gould Co Buys Edison Electric Power
A Boston firm, Atwood Gould & Co, praises Edison Electric Co for reliable power. They operate a 10 h.p. elevator motor, a 2 1/2 h.p. circular saw and buffer, and three sewing machines with motors, noting lower rates under new contracts. The letter thanks the supplier for consistent support in their trunk and carriage goods business.
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He Edison Electric 11
Boston
Mass
Stable Lighting by Edison Electric Company Endorsed
Charles Duncan, a contractor, reports building three stables equipped with Edison lights. He notes the lights are the only convenient and safe option in stables and recommends the service. The last stable houses 160 horses and was purchased by Hygiene Ice Co.
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Edison Elec. Ill. Co
Charles Duncan
Hygiene Ice Co
Edison lighting praised by Grocers Fox Brothers and Fox Bros
In letters dated January 18 and January 16 1907 Boston Edison Electric Illuminating Co is praised for lighting that keeps ceilings clean air quality and a motorized meat cutter and coffee mill. The signees cite the illuminated sign as a business getter and note satisfactory rates under a yearly lighting contract. The Fox Brothers express appreciation for reliable service and the convenience of motor driven equipment.
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Boston
Edison Electric Illuminating Co
Head Place
Mass
Edison Elec. Ill, Co
Davis Square
West Somerville
Edison Electriclluminating Co
Edison and GEM lamps praised by Somerville druggists
In letters dated January 16 and January 22 1907 druggists J Arthur Bean and Herbert W Buckley of Somerville and South Boston report high efficiency lighting from Edison Electric Illumination Company lamps. Bean notes steadier bills under the contract and Buckley extols even illumination and a homelike store atmosphere boosting business.
Edison lamp endorsement from Dorchester pharmacist
A Dorchester pharmacist at 620 Washington St praises No. 2 GEM lamps and regular 16 c¢ lamps from Edison Elec Ill Co Boston head office for steady light with no dense shadows in his drug store, calling the service great and economical. The letter is dated January 19, 1907 and signed by BE. MY HIGGINSs.
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Washington St
Dorchester
Edison Elec. Ill. Co
Head Place
Boston
Mass
Higginss
Appreciation for Edison Electric service in Boston building
A 1907 note from a Boston official praises Edison Electric Illuminating Co for reliable service since October 1, 1905 at the Employers' Liability Assurance Corporation building on Broad Water and Central Streets. The letter cites elevator power and lighting for offices and tenants, with no complaints or suggested improvements.
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Edison Electric Illuminating Co
State St
Boston
Mass
Employers’ Liability Assurance Corporation
Broad, Water and
Central Streets
Customer letters praise Edison Electric lighting in Boston stores
Jan 25 1907 letters from The Busy Bee owner and Hawes Von Gal Co Inc praise Edison Electric Illuminating Co Boston service. They cite reliable daily operation, extended window lighting on time switches for advertising, easy maintenance, and plans for large electric signage. Both endorse electrical illumination as superior to gas.
Jewelers Watch Walshesz and 108: Baunt Sheest
Jewelers report a Walshesz and 108 present at a local shop with a brief note on a heist or theft incident. The fragment hints at names and numbers but lacks full details or dates, leaving the core event unclear.
Endorsement of Edison Electric lighting and motors in home use
Chas W. Berry of Somerville Massachusetts endorses Edison Electric illuminating Co for reliable alternating current lighting and motors. He notes brighter light exactly where needed, dependable service on dark days, and high satisfaction with sewing machine and other motors as labor-saving appliances.
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W. Berry
D. M. D. Davis Square
Somerville
Mass
Edison Electric Hluminating Co
Head Place
Boston
Letter of thanks to Edison Electric Co. for lamp guidance
S. S. Curry writes from Boston thanking Edison Electric Co. for careful room assessments and lamp advice. He notes the GEM lamp exchange improved satisfaction and economy, praising agent Greenwood for courtesy. Dated January 25, 1907.
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S. S. Curry
P. S
Greenwood
Edison Electric rated highly by grateful Boston user
A. Dutton thanks Edison Electric Illuminating Co. of Boston for ten years of reliable service with no power outages. Signed by A H Colby as the witness.
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Walpole
Geena Busheces
Gerieren
Boston, Mass
Edison
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Oxford
Cam
Hele
Beebe Ces Esc
Salteta
Tremont Street
William Kirby
South Boston
Leahy & Porter
G. R. Willis & CO
P.harveny & Co.Preemy
J. N. Chute
Edison Electric Iluminating Co
Boylston Street
KE. J. States
MM. Obst & Co., Ladies’ and Gents
Washington Street
Maurice Obst & CO
Gone A. Levy
LS Cor
Eourt Street
Bowdoin G. Theater
F. H. Morse, M. D
Confectioners
PTE Chocolates, Bonbons
Atwood, Gould& Co
RICH
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Atwood, Manufacturers
Congress Street
Atwood, Gould & CO
Charles Duncan & Son
Gerard and Farman Sts
Grocers
FOX Brothers
FOX Bros
Cc. L. Stevens
Somerville, Mass
Walnut Street
Tower
J. Arthur Bean
Herbert W. Buckley
Cor
Emerson Street
Codmani Rguers
Samuel Appleton
United States
THE
L. H. Goldberg
Edison Elec. Jil. Co
Trul
Hawes von Gal. Co., Inc
NEW England Insurance Exchange
Kilby St
Messrs. J. S. Codman & Co
Devonshire St
Cc. M. Goddard, Sec’y
Opticians
Edison Teuminating Co
Pinerham & Smith Company
W. F. Pinkham
Pres
Jewelers
Walshesz
Baunt Sheest
Chas. W. Berry
Selint of
Expanston
Massachusetts
Pierce Daildingy
Copley, Syrart
Edison Electric Co
Edison Electric Company
Andrew Dutton
A. H. Colby
Melville Avenue
Harrison Supply Company
Nathan C. Harrison
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