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Trolley powerstation constructed in in 1905 by Oregon Water, Power & Railway Company, which consolidate with Portland Railway to become the almighly Portland Railway, Light and Power Co. in 1906 (which would eventualy become PGE).

Simutaneously or subsequently the cavernous Sellwood Trolley Barn was constructed across the street, and a office/motorman's clubhouse beyond that. The barn was demolished in 2005 to make way for a massive subdivision. The offices have been renovated and are still offices today.

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PDX's Historical Trolley Lines

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streetcars , streetcar , sellwood , trolleys , trolley , portlands historical trolley lines , powerstation , electrical company , historic company