For me Murphman it was in the early 70's in West Rogers Park, and the north side. If you look up on most main streets you can still see the copper cables that were part of that network. I imagine it is still working to alarm schools and other public buildings.
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Anyone remember when every block or 2 had a yellow street light and that ment there was a fire or police box mounted on that pole?
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Up until very recently they stored and used 2 locomotives at Cermak and Canalport, now an electric contractor is using the space.
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