 The first mill, operating at the northern end of the complex, was fitted for cotton fabric production, and was joined by the second mill, under separate ownership, in 1866.The second mill specialized in the production of jacquard fabrics for bedspreads; its success prompted the first company to buy the second, and expand production.A decline in demand and changing tastes in textiles brought about reduced business, and the mills closed in 1955, which thereafter suffered from vacancy and neglect.