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Cotton trade

 Subject
Subject Source: Unspecified ingested source

Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

E. A. Shaw & Company Records

 Collection
Identifier: 6615
Abstract

Business records, 1932-1956, most from the Boston office & centering on information about ramie. Includes correspondence, all concerning ramie; some letters discuss decortication & degumming of the fibers. Also a file of information about ramie, and folders of samples of ramie twine, some of which was made in Switzerland & tested by the Plymouth Cordage Co.

Dates: 1932-1956

Lawrence, Taylor & Company Records

 Collection
Identifier: 6748
Abstract

Scrapbook of prices offered by this dry goods commission house on cotton cloth and letters and flyers announcing price changes, and goods available.

Dates: undated

Martin, Knight and Company Records

 Collection
Identifier: 6767
Abstract

Notification of change of business ownership and letter regarding market situation in Havana for cotton, coffee, sugar, and other products. Also printed report, "Havana prices current for 1 Nov. 1823, forwarded by Martin, Knight & Co."

Dates: undated