Stanford in Lincoln County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Baughman Mill
Photographed By Tom Bosse, April 12, 2017
1. Baughman Mill Marker (Side 1)
Inscription.
Baughman Mill. . Completed in 1881 and originally named Lincoln Mills, it struggled to be successful until purchased by S. H. Baughman in 1892. Joined by his brothers, Jim and John, and brother-in-law, Walter McKinney, it became J. H. Baughman and Co. The mill ground grain in to flour, meal, and feed for livestock. it operated until John Baughman, Jr. retired in 1969. The mill contains logs from Kentucky's first steam mill, Buffalo Mill, ca. 1848, and has always stood as a dominant town figure from its location above Main Street. Its piercing whistle once served as a signal for miles around Stanford, letting workers, farmers, and townspeople know it was time for a meal.
Completed in 1881 and originally named Lincoln Mills, it struggled to be successful until purchased by S. H. Baughman in 1892. Joined by his brothers, Jim and John, and brother-in-law, Walter McKinney, it became J. H. Baughman & Co. The mill ground grain in to flour, meal, and feed for livestock. it operated until John Baughman, Jr. retired in 1969. The mill contains logs from Kentucky's first steam mill, Buffalo Mill, ca. 1848, and has always stood as a dominant town figure from its location above Main Street. Its piercing whistle once served as a signal for miles around Stanford, letting workers, farmers, and townspeople know it was time for a meal.
Erected 2016 by Kentucky Historical Society & Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 2492.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 37° 31.825′ N, 84° 39.817′ W. Marker is in Stanford, Kentucky, in Lincoln County. Marker is at the intersection of Mill Street and Plum Street, on the left when traveling north on Mill Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Stanford KY 40484, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this
Credits. This page was last revised on July 11, 2017. It was originally submitted on July 9, 2017, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 502 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 9, 2017, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
