Co op Lead in Rural Electrification Timeline
The story traces REA efforts starting in 1935 to extend electricity to rural areas, highlighting cooperatives as the main force. It notes farm electrification rose from under 11 percent in 1935 to 96 percent, and cites REA loan distribution. cooperatives constitute the majority of borrowers, while rural electric systems span over 1,000 groups with 1.6 million miles of lines serving about 16 million people. It outlines roles of Rural Electric Systems, statewide associations, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, plus REA loan mechanics and strong borrower record.
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REA
Timigs
Rural Electrification Administration
National
Rural Electr. Coop. Association
Naional
Washington
NRECA
NREC
Browers
Pella Municipal Power & Light Plant
Pella Cooperative Electric Association
Rural Electric Systems Drive U.S. Power Reach
Rural electrification enabled by REA loans built 1.5 million miles of lines, serving 16 million people and nearly 6 million meters. Cooperatives dominate loan borrowers while public bodies and private firms account for small shares, proving the program’s broad, low-cost impact. The quest to bring electricity to 1.5 million still without power continues as demand grows.
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REAw/y
Power Company
Bovéverment
America
Amériqais
It Just Ain't REA Lets Face It Readers Learn
A reader oriented piece clarifies REA as a division of the U S Department of Agriculture distant from local rural electric systems. The article argues about misconceptions and aims to inform rural Americans about REA structure and operations.
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REA
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Ameri
Georgia storekeeper amazed by electric light reveal
A Georgia general storekeeper boasted of a new electric light for a month, only to discover it was the night light over his cash register. A co op man showed him how to turn on the rest of the lights, leaving him speechless with amazement.
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Georgia
When Lights Came On In Farm Homes Anniversary
The arrival of electricity to farm homes marked a major milestone likened to marriages and births. Families recalls the night the lights stayed on, allowing people to view rooms and each other in a new way.
Steel Foundation Trustee Board Supports National Facilities
Roger M. Blough, chairman of the United States Steel Foundation Board of Trustees, endorses support for national facilities. The remarks highlight ongoing commitments and strategic backing from the foundation to enhance infrastructure and public services nationwide.
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Roger M. Blough
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United’. States
Steel’ Foundation, Tae
Eggers Price to Speak on Voting in Knoxville
Marion County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee sponsors a First Time Voters Party on Friday May 27 at 8 PM at Knoxville High School. Principal speakers are Senator Carroll and Representative Paul Eggers. Elmer Vermeeren will present Yeapportionment, Mrs Ray Loynachan will present, and Mrs Margaret Palmer will demonstrate ballot filling. Refreshments to follow.
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Marion County Farm Bureau
Women’s Committee
Knoxville
Senator Carroll
Paul Eggers
Elmer Vermeer
Ray
Loynachan
Margaret “Palmer
Triplet Calves Born at Douglas Stuhr Farm Near Minden
Holstein mother cow on the Douglas Stuhr farm near Minden recently birthed a rare set of triplet calves, all coal black in color, as the herd welcomed the unusual arrival.
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Douglas ‘Stuhr
Minden
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