Electrifying Little Compton: The 1934 Advertisement of John C. Burchard

Vintage 1934 electrical advertisement for John C. Burchard in Little Compton, Rhode Island.
A glimpse into 1930s local commerce: John C. Burchard's electrical wiring advertisement from the 1934 Summer Locater.

Featured within the 1934 Summer Locater of Little Compton, RI, an advertisement placed by businessman John C. Burchard promotes his electrical services. The ad boasts "Fuseless Installations" alongside both "Residential and Industrial Wiring," highlighting a modern approach to electrical work for the era. 

To assure potential clients of his safety and quality standards, Burchard notes that he uses "Materials Approved by Underwriters’ Laboratories" and ensures that every "Installation [is] in Compliance with National Electric Code Standards." For those looking to secure his services in the 1930s, the ad concludes simply with the vintage contact info, "Telephone 18."

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