History The founding of the D@!%s Grist Mill in 1800 was the beginning of the history of Randleman, N.C. It has been said that Peter D@!%s laid the cornerstone for the City of Randleman. By 1848 more settlers had come, and Union Factory was built, causing the community to change its name to Union. During this informative period two men were outstanding in development of the Community John...