About
OUR HISTORY
Since 1882
Located in Historic Downtown Macon, Willingham Sash and Door Company was established in 1882. It has a long, rich history of providing quality millwork for a wide array of projects ranging from private homes to courthouse renovations. Whether your project includes matching historic mouldings, doors and windows or more modern contemporary millwork, Willingham Sash and Door Company is your millwork specialist inside and out.
8 o’clock whistle
The 8 O’Clock Whistle is a story written by Dr. Sam Patton about his year working as a clerk at Willingham Sash and Door in 1929 before heading to medical school.
Preface
“This one year story is to preserve the memories of a unique time. All who love down-home history will appreciate these data and the simple way they are presented. Share these cherished thoughts with me.
Mr. O. P. Willingham, Sr. was 72 years old at this time. Mr. O. P. Willingham, Jr. was 44 years old. Mr. R. W. Clark was 35 years old. All in the story were under 45 years old.”
Note – Prices adjusted for inflation as of February 2025 and are listed in parentheses.
Newspaper Article – C.Y. Alexander
Original Office
Steam Engine (No Longer in Use)
Furnace for Steam Engine
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