A bundle of the Superior Thread and Yarn Company's "Stycos Wool Substitute" ramie fiber. Acquired in February 1915. A vegetable fiber running from 6 to 11 inches in length, made entirely from ramie and used for mixing with wool in making cloth. Suitable for mixing with the best 3/8 blood stock.” T2367, accession 57996 From the Superior Thread and Yarn Company, 45 East 17th St., NYC, N.Y. This is an early example of the effect of World War I on raw materials shortages in the textile industry.