Sweet Potato Starch Application in Cotton Mill 1938

This vintage image showcases the application of sweet potato starch to cotton thread in a Laurel, Mississippi cotton mill. Taken in November 1938, it documents a significant agricultural practice integral to the textile industry in the region. The process reflects the resources utilized in textile manufacturing during this era.

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