This section is from the "A Complete Dictionary of Dry Goods" book, by George S. Cole. Also available from Amazon: A complete dictionary of dry goods and history of silk, cotton, linen, wool and other fibrous substances,: Including a full explanation of the modern processes ... together with various useful tables.
Aida Canvas (A'-Da Canvas). A species of canvas woven of pure linen, and frequently called "Java" and "Fancy Oatmeal." It is made in widths varying from 18 to 54 inches, in all the colors. A cotton canvas of the same weave is known by different names, such as Basket, Con-naught, etc.
 
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