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Textile industry

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

George H. Gilbert and Co. records

 Collection
Accession: 2178
Abstract:

The George H. Gilbert & Company manufactured broadcloth and cloakings in Ware, Massachusetts, and high-grade woolen flannels, for which it developed a national reputation until 1930. The records consist of applications for fire insurance and insurance policies covering the woolen mill, Gilbert's house, tenant housing, and outbuildings.

Dates: 1842-1863