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Cotton Town
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The story of the rapid social and economic changes that occurred as Blackburn and Darwen began to expand in line with the United Kingdom textile industry, providing collection of material, based on the influence of the cotton trade.
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Stretched Supports
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Short article about the history and properties of linen, cotton and canvas support fabrics for painters. Instructions for the stretching of canvas. From True Art. Author: Steven Saitzyk.
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History of Linen
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Full text of a lecture on the history of the flax plant, and the development of the linen industry and organization. From the Ulster Linen Co., Inc. web site. Author: W.H. Webb.
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Love and Care of the Great Kilt
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History of the British kilt, worn by highlanders and soldiers from 1500 to late 1700. Information about the fabric, and wearing, usage and storing of the kilt. From the Kingdom of Ealdormere.
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