Dryers sold in Detroit in 1960

[jamiel]

Detroit Edison would install a 220 volt outlet for your dryer if you bought one in 1960. Thought this was a fun listing of brands--Hudson was Hudson's private label, which was the "big kahuna" in the city.

April 01, 1960 - Image 30

Image 30 of 40 from the April 01, 1960 publication of The Detroit Jewish News.

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[eurekastar]

I wonder if electric service companies in other states were doing that.  When I was a kid, our house had to be wired for 220 when my Mom got our first dryer; however, gas was available where it sat in the garage.

 

 

[tomturbomatic]

When we heavied up from a 60 amp service to 150 amps, the Georgia Power Company would give you a rebate on the heavy up if you purchased a dryer or range. We soon had both and received a refund when we mailed them the sales tickets.