Trolley Travel


Bangor Street Railway power station, Milford, ca. 1930

Bangor Street Railway power station, Milford, ca. 1930
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Maine Historical Society

In the late 19th century hydroelectric plants served many Maine towns. Most were small, isolated and locally controlled.

These companies made much of their income from operating trolleys, which they often underwrote as well.

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