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  • Collection: Mummy paper

The Norwich Jubilee book was printed on paper made from mummy wrappings.

One of the largest paper manufactories in the world, used mummy wrappings to make paper.

Originally the Cobbossee Mill, then Stanwood & Tower, then Hollingsworth & Whitney. Mummy paper was made at this mill, and it is the only mummy paper mill still standing in Gardiner, Maine.

Modern view of the Great Falls Dam, all that is left of the paper mill that it served.

Deck's observations and calculations on the amount of mummy wrappings available, and a proposal to use these as a source for making paper.

View of the falls and mill buildings on the Presumpscott River.

S.D. Warren imported mummy rags as a source for fiber in his Cumberland Mills.

One of two bindings for the Norwich Jubilee book. This was the less expensive of the two.

Gold-stamped and gold-tooled tan morocco leather binding for the deluxe edition of the Norwich Jubilee book.

Postcard view of Gardiner, Maine.

Postcard view of the new dam at Great Falls, built by S.D. Warren Co.

Postcard view of Cumberland Mills.

Postcard of Stanwood & Towar Mill, later Hollingsworth & Whitney.

Postcard showing the rear view of the paper mills in Gardiner, Maine.
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