Hollingsworth & Whitney Company
| Company type | Division (1950s–1994) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Pulp and paper |
| Founded | 1892 |
| Fate | Acquired by Scott Paper Company in the 1950s; later acquired by Kimberly-Clark in 1994; closed in 1997 |
| Headquarters | Winslow, Maine , United States |
| Products | Paper |
The Hollingsworth & Whitney Company was a pulp and paper company that operated pulp and paper manufacturing facilities located in Winslow, Maine. Established in 1892, it was a major source of jobs for the community in nearby Waterville, Maine, which was linked to Winslow by the footbridge constructed in 1901, commonly known as the Two Cent Bridge.
During its most productive period, the mills under Hollingsworth & Whitney generated approximately 235 tons of paper each day. The company demonstrated a commitment to worker well-being by inaugurating a clubhouse around 1900 that featured amenities such as billiards, bowling lanes, a library, and a swimming pool.
Merging and acquisition
In the 1950s, Hollingsworth & Whitney was incorporated as a division within the Scott Paper Company. Later, in mid-1994, ownership of the mills transferred to Kimberly-Clark following their purchase from Scott Paper. By 1997, Kimberly-Clark ceased operations at the facility and dismantled most of the machinery, effectively closing the site.