In this episode I explore the history of the first telephones installed in Battle Creek, and the creation of the first telephone exchange. Drive by the persistence of Fire Chief John Bohnett in 1882, the City of Battle Creek was able to establish its own telephone system and eventually expand to long distance calling in 1883.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: <a href="https://michaeldelaware.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

In this episode I explore the history of the first telephones installed in Battle Creek, and the creation of the first telephone exchange. Drive by the persistence of Fire Chief John Bohnett in 1882, the City of Battle Creek was able to establish its own telephone system and eventually expand to long distance calling in 1883. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

In this episode I explore the history of the first telephones installed in Battle Creek, and the creation of the first telephone exchange. Drive by the persistence of Fire Chief John Bohnett in 1882, the City of Battle Creek was able to establish its own telephone system and eventually expand to long distance calling in 1883.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: <a href="https://michaeldelaware.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

S2 E50 - The Story of the First Telephones in Battle Creek in 1882

Southwest Michigan is rich in history, as the region contains the second wave of twelve counties organized in the State in 1829. The stories encapsulate pioneer triumphs and tragedy, amazing events and resilient, enterprising and passionate people. The region developed along the Territorial Roads, connecting the first land routes between Detroit and Chicago, which later brought with it the railroads and modern highways. 

Starting from the Battle Creek regional area, and branching out from there, join me as I explore forgotten tales of Southwest Michigan’s past.

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Southwest Michigan is rich in history, as the region contains the second wave of twelve counties organized in the State in 1829. The stories encapsulate pioneer triumphs and tragedy, amazing events and resilient, enterprising and passionate people. The region developed along the Territorial Roads, connecting the first land routes between Detroit and Chicago, which later brought with it the railroads and modern highways. Starting from the Battle Creek regional area, and branching out from there, join me as I explore forgotten tales of Southwest Michigan’s past.

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