"Speedy Jim" wrote in message
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To satisfy curiosity, "Romex" was invented and first
marketed by General Cable in 1922. It was developed at
their Rome, NY factory.



The things you learn on the internet. I wonder how many people know where
the name came from. (not that many care) I used Romex to wire up the cabin
I stay at when I hunt for Naughtier.