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.
Linen Diaper. Linen cloth woven in the same way as damask, but having a small set pattern of diagonal squares, bird's-eyes, or the like; used for towels and children's clothing. [See Damask, Diaper]
 
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