07 Apr 1933
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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1933
Page
1
Wool Industry delegates in Leeds insist only natural sheep wool qualifies as wool amid debates about artificial fibers and a search for a clear, legally defensible boundary. Bradford manufacturers fear mislabeling could blur lines and hurt the traditional trade.
The article surveys wool versus substitutes, noting artificial wool's emergence and ongoing advantages of natural wool. It highlights research by the Wool Industry Association and English-language summaries of wool properties, including superior strength and spinning potential, with claims of durability and wear under hot, flexible conditions.
Developments in the wool market show price gains in merino and crossbred lines, with local demand improving as consumer wear rises and substitution effects ease. Continent and Australia export trade falters, while domestic production adjusts, wages fall, and cheaper goods emerge, signaling cautious recovery ahead.
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