Rates Compare Ames Plant With Fairfield Franchise
The Ames and Fairfield rate figures show residential and business charges by kilowatt hours. Data prepared by Prof. J B Hill support the observed costs and explain the city clerk of Ames reporting a strong financial position for its plant.
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Ames Plant
Fairfield
Ames Fairfield
K. W. HL
K. W
Ames
Fairfield Retail Merchants’ Association
J. B. Hill
Factory leaders urge franchise vote for reliable electric power
In Fairfield, business, labor and civic leaders press for approving a new gas and electric franchise to prevent power shortages. They warn of factory disruptions and job losses if supply fails and cite about 400 workers directly affected and 650 including allied roles, urging turnout for the January 30 vote and backing Dows Smith Reed and partners for a strong local plant.
Real Issue in Fairfield Franchise Debate
The editorial defends granting a franchise to Dows Smith and Reed, arguing they provide good electric and gas service at reasonable rates. It asserts widespread satisfaction with the company across about 140 towns, cites promised local investment of 55000 dollars, and warns voters not to be misled by opposition tactics.
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Fairfield
Dows
Smith
Reed
Rates and franchise assurances for Fairfield utility deal in 1917
A Fairfield letter from January 27 1917 argues the city should use the plant value plus going concern value to fix public service rates. It contends proposed rates are fair now, with future charges governed by law and court precedents. The writer endorses Dows Smith and Reed as reliable, asserting protections will apply in the future.
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Reed
Dows
Smith
Fairfield
Iowa
Fairfield Area Power Franchise Conflict and Early Incorporation
County records show the Home Gas Light and Power Company incorporation No 1055 recorded May 17 1916 by Vernon Hague and others with authorized capital 200000. Opposition to the Cedar Rapids franchise discussed, with Fairfield parties approaching over two years. Messages indicate inquiries about sale of Fairfield property from Leo D Thoma and Vernon Hague and associates in 1914–1916.
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Home Gas, Light and Power Company
Vernon Hague
Chicago
J. E. Bowermaster
Fairfield
Interstate Power Company
Cedar Rapids
Burtis
Leo D. Thoma
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Fairfield Glove & Mitten Co
Dexter Company
Hawkeye Pump Co
Iowa Malleable Iron Co
Dows, Smith & Reed
Hunt-Ireland Shoe Co
F. N. Lucas
R. W. Lamson
T. E. McLean
White T
L. D. White
D. E. Crail
C. C. Cochran
C. H. Doughty
Charles H. Heer
H. E. Snyder & Co
C. E. Anderson
Park Russell
W. W. Luke
W. M. Wells
L. R. Kennedy
C. F. Fryer
Frank Ricksher
the Fairfield Ledger
L. E. Clinkenbeard
James M. Hammon
Gust C. Schillerstrom
Loudon Machinery Co
J. C. Thorne
Joel Turney & Co
Stuckey-Gossick Mfg. Co
John Goehner
F. M. Droz
J. P. Foreman
E. W. Vinton
A. K. Harper
Fairfield Steam Laundry
William Londen
Fairfield Tribune
R. §. Walker
Harry M. Brandall
J. W. Oliver & Son
E. C. Bock
J. Fred Clarke
J. G. Browning
Delzell Green
C. E. Kirby
City Hall
Wm. G. Dows
Isaacs. Smith
John A. Reed
National Surety Co
New York
W Rmeplin
Wilson Heflin
Fairfield, Iowa
William G. Dows
Isaac B. Smith
City of
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Rollie T. Stewart
R. T. Stewart
Mr. Power
Interstate Power Co
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