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Story February 14, 1921

Norwich Bulletin

Norwich, New London County, Connecticut

What is this article about?

Eighteen years ago, Mr. Knowlton envisioned harnessing tides for light, heat, and power. Now, the world's first such plant is under construction at East Saugus by the Universal Tide Power Company, with visitors welcome and moving pictures available at their Bath Street office.

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Some 18 years ago, had faith in a great idea, the idea of harnessing the tides to do the work of man. A vision, little less at that time, but in that vision he had perfect faith; and today that idea has become an accomplished fact:

The first plan in the world to utilize the tides to generate light, heat and power is being built at East Saugus and within a short time the entire world will see the results of Mr. Knowlton's efforts. Visitors are welcome at the plant, and moving pictures may be seen at the local office of the

UNIVERSAL TIDE POWER COMPANY
22 Bath Street
C. J. ROATH, Manager

What sub-type of article is it?

Extraordinary Event Personal Triumph Historical Event

What themes does it cover?

Triumph Nature

What keywords are associated?

Tidal Power Harnessing Tides East Saugus Universal Tide Power Company Mr. Knowlton

What entities or persons were involved?

Mr. Knowlton C. J. Roath

Where did it happen?

East Saugus; 22 Bath Street

Story Details

Key Persons

Mr. Knowlton C. J. Roath

Location

East Saugus; 22 Bath Street

Event Date

Some 18 Years Ago

Story Details

Mr. Knowlton had faith in harnessing tides for power 18 years ago; now the first such plant is being built at East Saugus by Universal Tide Power Company, with visitors and moving pictures available.

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