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given to the roller which is placed in the loom to deliverthe warp threads. In order both to strengthen the warp threads and to make themsmoother for weaving it is usual to apply some starchy or glutinoussubstance to them. This operation, which is performed in a machinecalled the Slasher, is termed… … Drawing In. Since it is necessary that the warp threads may be lowered or raisedin various combinations to allow the passage of the shuttle, each warpthread must be passed through an eye in the centre of a harness wire.Where, for instance, the warp is to be raised and depressed in three…
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