Phillips County Museum News for November 4, 2015

Does anyone remember the old Power Plant that was located a few miles below Cow Island on the bank of the Missouri River? It was originally built because the Little Rockies Ruby Mine needed more power than could be supplied by the electrical plant south of Landusky. To solve the problem the stock holders of the mine came up with a plan to located an electric plant on the banks of the Missouri River. The two boilers needed for the plant were delivered to Winifred via railroad and then, well known freighter Joe Hartman, delivered the boilers to the site. During this process a “Chinook” came up and special wagons had to be built to continue the journey. By the time the Hartman reached the Missouri the ice was gone and the boilers could not cross on the ice. Finally the boilers were placed on a ferry to cross the river! Hats off to the rugged individuals that built this county! If you would like to see photos about this story please stop by the PC Museum. Open Monday through Saturday 10 – 5.

A big thanks to all who made the “Parade of Lights” a fun and enjoyable evening.