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1826 |
John Simmons revolutionizes the clothing industry. |
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1830 |
John Simmons establishes a ready-made clothing factory. |
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1845 |
Boston Associates dominate the local economy. |
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1880 |
Boston is the second only to London as the largest wool market in the world. |
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1919 |
Fort Point Channel area becomes the center of the U.S. woolen and worsted industry. |
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1930 |
Boston remains the largest wool market in the U.S. |
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