Shoddy Textile Use Surges in United States Mills
An English correspondent notes American adoption of shoddy and related processes for fabrics, with higher cotton backing and efficient finishing. Trade journals cite that U S consumption reaches tens of millions of pounds annually, displacing wool. 1900 figures show millions of pounds used and wide-scale factory output rising from 1960 to 1900, indicating rapid growth in shoddy usage and its impact on wool supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clasé
Aiid
Mulhaser
United States
Wallace
National Live Stock Association of America Uis
Union
Llankets
England
James” McNaughton
New York City
Protection Against Adulterated Woollens Demanded
A 1902 note from P Bennett of Reston Massachusetts cites the Pae North-West Wool Growers Association urging action against wool adulteration. The letter warns of substantial injury from additives like cotton and shoddy wool in mixed goods, citing price distortions and deceptive appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P’ Bennett
Shepherd's Hulkin
Reston
Mass
Paeiit North-West Wool Growers’ Association
Wool adulteration debated by Department and editors
An editorial references widespread wool adulteration and the shift to substitutes like cotton in fabrics. It notes dropping wool output from Australia to South America, a plunge in London prices, and urges legislation to label mixed goods. It also discusses cattle and wheat trends, urging stock farming over sole wheat reliance amid drought and crop progress nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promise Clear Skin
A sales pitch claims the pills regulate the liver purify the blood and improve complexion with rosy cheeks. Offered for 25 cents at R. B. Barnes’ drug store according to the advertisement.
Meat Producers Face Tight Fall Outlook Says Nor West Farmer
The Nor West Farmer notes livestock producers face a tighter season with shortages in cattle hogs and sheep. Spring beef prices rose but may not ease due to fewer cattle and hogs. Illinois Iowa Kansas Missouri and Nebraska report over a million head short. Britain sheep imports down 59 129 head. Australian herds down about one third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beef Trust
Illinois
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
Britain
Australia
Cal a Cala Phe Day Cure Laxative Bottle Notice
Advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure a listed ailment with a refund if it fails. Denotes 250 price and claims W. Grove’s signature on each box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grove
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