Textile industry declines in Lowell (jan 1, 1920 – jan 1, 1940)
Description:
Lowell’s textile industry declines, with companies moving to the South. City population peaks at 112,759. (20's) Only three major textile mills are left in Lowell; the shoe industry is failing; 40 percent of the population is “on relief.” (1940)Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1920
jan 1, 1940
~ 20 years