Amana Society Builds Power Plant

HistoryBy Adam EngelApril 5, 2018Leave a comment

The Gazette, May 17, 2001 By George C. Ford – Gazette financial editor   Amana – A new standby electric power generating station in Middle Amana will keep the lights on and the air conditioning running this summer.   The Amana Society Service Co. recently competed work on a diesel-powered generating plant that has the…

Electricity Brings Modern Comfort to Amana Society In Iowa

HistoryBy Adam EngelApril 5, 2018Leave a comment

It may seem far fetched to link rural electrification of the United States in 1937 with Germany of 1714, yet it was in the latter year that the basis was formed of the Amana Society, which is soon to enjoy power on its farms and in its homes and industrial establishments in Iowa.   Late…