This Day in History: 1889-06-03

(June 03, 1889)
The first long-distance electric power transmission line in the United States is built, stretching 14 miles (23 kilometres) between a generator at Willamette Falls and Portland, Oregon.
(June 03, 1889)
The first long-distance electric power transmission line in the United States is built, stretching 14 miles (23 kilometres) between a generator at Willamette Falls and Portland, Oregon.