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Why Green Mountain Spinnery

October 19, 2025 by Putney Historical Society

by David Richie

Think Globally and Act Locally

This article by David Richie chronicles the formation and early days of the Green Mountain Spinnery. It explores the roots of the company; the founders, their backgrounds and motivations and the challenges they faced.

Click here for the full article.

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