Hingham, MA c.1875. Two Wire Telegraph Line, Threadless Insulator on Pole.

By Joe Maurath, Jr.; posted June 2, 2020

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The threadless is darkly colored and is the uppermost one. Quite possibly a replacement threaded insulator (CD 127) and bracket was later added beneath. A couple more photos will follow with details. Click "Next" for a close look at this pole's top. For a look at the second pole in (which appears to have had at least one CD 740 threadless)... [id=595719200]

Hingham is a community about 15 miles SE of Boston and is known for its historical homes and charm. The town was founded in 1635.

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