Mill Record Westport

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Disclaimer: Content for these properties was compiled in 2014-2017 from a variety of sources and is subject to change. Updates are occasionally made under Property Information, however the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation (dba Preservation Connecticut) makes no representation or warranty that the information is complete or up-to-date.

Complex Name (Common)
Westport Paper Co.
Complex Name (Historic)
  • Westport Paper Co.
Address or Location
25 Sylvan Road South, Westport
County
Fairfield
Historic Designation
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Associated Mill Community
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Historic Information

Companies Associated w/Complex

  • Connecticut Fibre Board Co.
  • Wassel Organization Inc.
  • Westport Paper Co.

Use (Historic)

Largest Documented Workforce

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Historic Narrative

Westport Paper Company was incorporated in 1890 by James D. Pickles of Manchester CT and Robert W. Post of Westport CT. The firm produced binder's board for clients in Connecticut and New York as well as government orders for the Philippine Islands.

Architectural Information

Number of Existing Buildings

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Dates of Construction

c.1900

Architect

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Builder

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Building Type

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Architectural Description

The original mill buildings burned in 1900, and were replaced by the standing brick and cement buildings.

Exterior Material(s)

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Structural System(s)

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Roof Form

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Roof Material

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Power Source

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Condition

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Condition Notes

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Property Information

Specific Location

north side of Sylvan Road between Riverside Avenue and Saviano Lane

Adjacent To

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Exterior Visible from Public Road?

Yes

Parcel ID / Assessor Record Link

Acreage

2.71

Use (Present)

Sources

Form Completed By

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Date

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Bibliography

  1. Westport Historical Society.
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Photographer

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Photography Date

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