1939 Cotton Rope Production at Laurel Cotton Mills

In January 1939, a battery of machines converts cotton bats into cotton ropes at the Laurel cotton mills in Laurel, Mississippi. This image provides insight into the industrial processes prevalent in the region. The Laurel mills played a significant role in the cotton industry, supporting local economies and employment during that period.

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