The Susquehanna River North and West Branch Telegraph Company

The Susquehanna River North and West Branch Telegraph Company opened up a faster communications link when it was built through the river valleys. It reached Williamsport in 1851.

August 05, 2026 by Terry Diener | Additional Credits: Sources: Genealogy Trails of Montour County; History of Montour County by Battle; Industries and Institutions of Centre County; Photo: Heber Gearhart Genealogical Collection