All that he had to wear, therefore, was a white flax mat, which was given to him by the chief, and which, being thrown over his shoulders, came as low as his knees.
Cotton enough to serve the wants of families, together with the wool from the flock, and some flax, were of prime consideration.
It is believed that this will cause the flax to wave in the wind.
The flax which was sown in this country rose three feet high.
They were extra fine wicks, being made of flax for the company candles.
Each time the roller passed over the flax stem some of the shive separated from the fibre.
Moreover, they also regularly bought foodstuffs, livestock and flax from their employer.
