Looking Back . . .
Classical Mill:
Although the terms "gristmill" or "corn mill" can refer to any mill that grinds grain, the terms were used historically for a local mill where farmers brought their own grain and received ground meal or flour, minus a percentage called the "miller's toll." Early mills were almost always built and supported by farming communities and the miller received the "miller's toll" in lieu of wages. Most towns and villages had their own mill so that local farmers could easily transport their grain there to be milled. These communities were dependent on their local mill as bread was a staple part of the diet.
Photo processed with Photoshop, Topaz, and DDG.
I sincerely thank you for taking your valuable time to view, award, or comment on my work. ♥
All rights reserved. You may NOT download or use this image without my written permission.
Looking Back . . .
Classical Mill:
Although the terms "gristmill" or "corn mill" can refer to any mill that grinds grain, the terms were used historically for a local mill where farmers brought their own grain and received ground meal or flour, minus a percentage called the "miller's toll." Early mills were almost always built and supported by farming communities and the miller received the "miller's toll" in lieu of wages. Most towns and villages had their own mill so that local farmers could easily transport their grain there to be milled. These communities were dependent on their local mill as bread was a staple part of the diet.
Photo processed with Photoshop, Topaz, and DDG.
I sincerely thank you for taking your valuable time to view, award, or comment on my work. ♥
All rights reserved. You may NOT download or use this image without my written permission.