Contributed by Walker Memorial Library
Description
Haskell Silk Mill in Westbrook was expanded about 1880 when updated throwing (spinning) machinery was installed to make weaving threads to sell.
After Haskell became a fabric manufacturer in 1882 the company only made threads for its own looms.
About This Item
- Title: Haskell Silk Mill, Westbrook, ca. 1880
- Creation Date: circa 1880
- Subject Date: circa 1880
- Location: Westbrook, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Mills--Maine
- Textile industry--Maine--Westbrook
- Silk industry--Maine--Westbrook
- Haskell Silk Company (Westbrook, Me.)
- Buildings--Maine--Westbrook
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Walker Memorial Library800 Main Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 854-0630
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