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Category:Lightning Rod Manufacturer/Retailer
LIGHTNING ROD MANUFACTURER/RETAILER. n the United States, the pointed lightning rod conductor, also called a "lightning attractor" or "Franklin rod," was invented by Benjamin Franklin in 1749.
In the 19th century, lightning rods were often decorated with ornamental glass balls. The main purpose of these balls, however, is to provide evidence of a lightning strike by shattering or falling off. If after a storm a ball is discovered missing or broken, the property owner was to check the building, rod, and grounding wire for damage. (Wikipedia)
In Dubuque, lightning rods were manufactured/sold by:
Pages in category "Lightning Rod Manufacturer/Retailer"
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