The collection consists of three major parts: a detailed description of the sulphite process and operations at the Appleton, Wisconsin and Madison, Maine mills (1890-1891); correspondence (1890-1916) on daily operations with a focus on water power and access to water; and reports on mill operations (1891-1912). Reports to plant superintendents, some of which were authored by scientific management expert Frederick W. Taylor, include results of experiments, tests, and measurements of equipment and processes, trip reports, sample contracts, drawings, specifications, and a photograph of Herman Wildhagen. The records from 1890-1900, in particular, reflect the practical application of some of Taylor’s theories.
