c.1883 New York Bowery Fire Insurance Co. Policy for Bethel Steam Mill Co.
Pre-owned antique piece. See photos for assessment. Original.
Signed by all parties. Very cool piece of antique ephemera.
Significance of the Bethel Steam Mill:
In the context of Bethel, Maine, the Bethel Steam Mill likely served as a pivotal industrial establishment in the town's development. It would have contributed to the processing of timber and other resources found in the area. By providing a more reliable power source, the steam mill would have enabled more year-round production, unlike water-powered mills that were dependent on seasonal water levels.