Hamilton StackIn 1927, a smokestack known as the "Hamilton Stack" was constructed to elevate the smoke from burning refuse so it wouldn't blow into Stanwood. The mill ceased operations in the early 1930's and was later purchased by the Hamilton family around 1945. They still own a lumber company in town however the mill itself finally closed down in 1960.
Today the stack is still a major landmark and is seasonally decorated with lights by volunteers from the Lion's Club and fire department.
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Information on the Hamilton Stack provided by HistoryLink.org.
16 comments:
That is so tall. I'm always drawn to things like this. I would hate to be the person in charge of decorating way up there.
Regarding moving to the Seattle area. In the early to mid 1990's that was our dream and we came pretty close to doing it. Infact when my navy enlistment was up in 1990 I offered to reenlist if they would gaurante 4yrs in Bremerton.
Who knows? Maybe someday.
Really terrific shot, Sally! I'm drawn to those "tall" things, too! But I wouldn't want to have to do the decorating up top!!
Have a great week!
Sylvia
I remember seeing that stack and thinking it looked out of place. Now I get it. Thanks Sally.
Couldn't get your Mom's latest post to open. Hope she is well.
I always amazed that these tall stacks are often the last thing standing and they always seem most vulnerable. Great shots. Have a great week.
Smiles
That´s a wonderful landmark to have and the decorations on top of it make it special.
The stack must make a heck of a Christmas display! nice shots and interesting landmark. Glad they did not destroy it.
How have I missed that? Maybe I saw it, but didn't see it, if you know what I mean.
Sometimes the things that are always there, just are not obvious!
Next time I am up that way.. I will be looking for it!
I finally got my post up, was a bit busy with family member in the hospital tonight.
That is one tall tower! Must be something to see those lights--and to get them up there!
What a cool building! So different from anything I've ever seen!
Sally: That is really a neat construction. I like the decorations at the top.
That is cool! I've seen stacks in small towns when driving through -- all to mark a little history. Thanks for this one!
Thanks for sharing your tall landmark with us. Great idea to decorate it!
Fascinating landmark ... thanks for sharing ;--)
Hugs and blessings,
Sally! Wow! That is a great tall stack! I am not sure about the decor.
HI. glad you posted about the Hamilton stack. I love the different seasonal decorations. Good post. MB
Great shot and interesting history. I took a picture once of a stack in Morehead, KY because it bore my family's middle name: Lee.
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