Boston Vicinity, c.1900. Openwire Utility Pole Lines Along Each Side of Street.

By Joe Maurath, Jr.; posted July 24, 2020

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Most likely direct current lines were strung on the double-pin crossarms on the left with electric distribution circuits along the right. It is quite possible the large wooden box on the pole on the right contained electrical service connections.

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