The Scholfield Wool-Carding Machines

The Scholfield Wool-Carding Machines, written by Grace Rogers Cooper and first published in 1959, examines the evolution of wool carding technology in America. It highlights the contributions of John and Arthur Scholfield, who introduced significant advancements in wool processing after emigrating from England in the late 18th century. The book details their establishment of the first notable wool-carding machine in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and explores the transition from hand tools to mechanized processes, emphasizing their impact on the American textile industry during a pivotal period of innovation.