Silk Throwster

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Sam
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Silk Throwster

Post by Sam » Tue Feb 12, 2008 7:28 pm

One of my ancestors was a silk throwster but I have not managed to find out what that meant. Can someone please enlighten me. Thanks. Sam
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LesleyB
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Post by LesleyB » Tue Feb 12, 2008 7:48 pm

Hi Sam
A quick google produced:
Silk thrower, Silk throwster, one who twists or spins
silk, and prepares it for weaving. --Brande & C.
http://dictionary.die.net/silk%20throwster

Best wishes
Lesley
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Sam
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Silk Throwster

Post by Sam » Wed Feb 13, 2008 9:59 pm

Thanks Lesley. Regards, Sam
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