Dr. H. Anderson, from Genesee Co., N.Y., settled in Breedsville in 1855.  Two years later, he, together with Amos S. Brown, built a saw mill at Bear Lake.  In 1862 they purchased Health's grist-mll, situated on the outlet of the same lake.  Brown sold out his interests to his partner in 1868.  In 1869, Col. David Anderson became a partner.  During the year 1871 the Anderson Brothers built the grist-mill in Berlamont and removed the machinery from the old mill to it.  The saw mill and complete sets of wood-working machinery were added in 1874.  The mills are now controlled by S.B. Anderson (son of David).  His engine is of 100 horse power, and from 10 to 25 men are employed.        Col. David Anderson gained distinction during the war of the Rebellion as lieutenant, captain, major and colonel of the 19th Michigan Infantry.  Dr. H. Anderson has been supervisor, and an otherwise prominent citizen of the township of Columbia.

History of Berrien and Van Buren Co's Michigan -  D. W. Ensign & Co., 1880