Northern Electric Company
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- Feb 13, 1908Newport Wakes Up to Daylight ElectricityA Spokane conference clears the way for daytime electric power in Newport, with the local mill’s refuse as fuel and cheaper water power on the horizon.Newport, WA
- May 14, 1908Power Cut: Newport Planing Mill Shuts Down in Contract Fight with Electric CompanyThe Coulter & Button planing mill went idle last week after Northern Electric refused to supply power, alleging a broken contract over February electricity.Newport, WA
- May 21, 1908The Electric Company Said It Couldn't Power the Mill. Newport Said It Had Better.When Northern Electric refused to supply power to the Pend d'Oreille River Lumber Company's planing mill, the town council declared the franchise violated and ordered service restored—or else forfeiture.Newport, WA
- Aug 20, 1908Newport Left in the Dark as Town Council and Electric Company DeadlockA standoff between the town council and Northern Electric leaves Newport without streetlights, prompting fears of crime and a possible new franchise.Newport, WA