Anderson Mills
Founded in 1888, Anderson Cotton Mills, later a division of Abney Mills, was the first textile plant established in the town of Anderson. It is said to be the first textile mill in the United States powered by electricity transmitted over long distance power lines. Electricity for the plant was generated at Portman Shoals, located on the Seneca River.
Erected by Pendleton District Historical and Recreational Commission, 1978
The program's records report this marker missing.
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Marker data: South Carolina Historical Marker Program, SC Department of Archives and History
Sponsored by Pendleton District Historical and Recreational Commission
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