The Electric Mule


1905

Brief Synopsis

Edison summary: The picture illustrates the practical operation of the electric towing system of the International Towing & Power Co. as applied to the Erie Canal, and its adaptability to the canals of America and the world. The picture was taken at Schenectady, N. Y., on the Erie Canal and...

Cast & Crew

Edwin S. Porter

Camera

Film Details

Release Date
Aug 1905
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Edison Mfg. Co.
Distribution Company
Edison Mfg. Co.
Country
United States

Synopsis

Edison summary: The picture illustrates the practical operation of the electric towing system of the International Towing & Power Co. as applied to the Erie Canal, and its adaptability to the canals of America and the world. The picture was taken at Schenectady, N. Y., on the Erie Canal and was first shown at the Inter-National Congress of Navigation at Milan, Italy, September 24, 1905. The entire system was manufactured and installed by the General Electric Company, of Schenectady, N. Y.

Film Details

Release Date
Aug 1905
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Edison Mfg. Co.
Distribution Company
Edison Mfg. Co.
Country
United States

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