Central Business District in Denver in Denver County, Colorado — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Shock Treatment
Wall Street of the Rockies
— Seventeenth Street Denver, Colorado —
Photographed By Mark Hilton, June 9, 2019
1. Shock Treatment Marker
By 1886, Denver’s transportation system was becoming more sophisticated with the use of an electric streetcar system.
However, by 1887 its use declined and this mode of transport was ultimately abandoned. The electricity was inadequate and sporadic. Also, Denver citizens and mules object to the minor shock they received when they stepped on the third rail.
Erected by Walk of Fame International. (Marker Number 11e.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the Colorado, Denver, Wall Street of the Rockies series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1886.
Location. 39° 44.816′ N, 104° 59.508′ W. Marker is in Denver, Colorado, in Denver County. It is in the Central Business District. Marker can be reached from the intersection of 17th Street and Stout Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 817 17th Street, Denver CO 80202, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Origins (a few steps from this marker); The Barnes Dance (within shouting distance of this marker); E is for Equitable (within shouting distance of this marker); Solid Investment (within
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Photographed By Mark Hilton, June 9, 2019
2. Shock Treatment Marker at bottom of photo.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 19, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 238 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 19, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
