He was able to sell the lumber readily, supplying construction projects in the booming town. The new community at the falls attracted entrepreneurs from New England, many of whom had experience in lumber and milling. He had hired Ard Godfrey to help build and run the first commercial sawmill at the falls.
He was able to sell the lumber easily, meeting the needs of construction projects in the rapidly growing town. The new community at the falls attracted experienced professionals from New England, who were familiar with lumber and milling operations. He had enlisted Ard Godfrey's help in establishing and managing the first commercial sawmill at the falls.