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The history of this site for industrial use probably began in the early 19th century, when Joseph
Gillette operated a series of industries on the river, including two sawmills, a gristmill, carding mill, and turning shop. The gristmill was acquired by his children in 1840, but did not thrive as
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Gillette's Grist Mill is located in what is now a rural area in central New
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