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Hat factories (jan 29, 1826 – jan 1, 1935)

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Palm leaves come from Cuba through Boston. Hats were first produced in homes by women and children as young as 10. These hats were better and cheaper than imported hats and at times were used to barter. Before the Amherst RR Henry Jackson went to Palmer to get palm leaves.