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Willimantic Thread trade card
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Willimantic Thread trade card
Willimantic Thread trade card, with the profile of a young woman in a red scarf. The Willimantic Thread Company won three medals at the New Orleans World Cotton Exposition of 1884 for the excellent quality of its cotton thread. Date: late 19th century
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1884 Bright Cotton Excellent Exposition Louisiana Material Orleans Quality Scarf Sewing Textile Textiles Thread
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This trade card showcases a young woman in a vibrant red scarf, her profile gracefully framed against a backdrop of textiles and textiles. The image pays tribute to the Willimantic Thread Company, a prominent American textile manufacturer that achieved remarkable success during the late 19th century. In 1884, the company's exceptional cotton thread earned them an impressive three medals at the prestigious New Orleans World Cotton Exposition. The exposition, held in Louisiana, was a significant event in the industrial world, attracting participants from across the United States and beyond. The Willimantic Thread Company's victory was a testament to their unwavering commitment to producing high-quality thread for the sewing and textile industries. The red scarf worn by the woman in the image symbolizes the bright, durable, and beautiful threads produced by the company. This trade card not only showcases the company's success but also highlights the important role of textile manufacturing in American history during the 1880s and 1890s.
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