A historical record of the 1900 International Congress on unifying yarn numbering, tracing debates and diplomatic efforts toward a global standard.
This volume captures the opening session, the roster of French and foreign delegates, and the stakes in harmonizing how yarns are measured and counted. It outlines proposals, objections, and the political context as nations consider a metric system for textile trade and the creation of a permanent international commission.
- Learn who attended the congress and what countries and industries they represented
- See the arguments for and against adopting a metric numbering system for cotton, wool, and spun silk
- Understand proposed steps, from diplomatic conferences to a permanent international commission
- Discover the practical and commercial considerations shaping early 20th‑century standards
Ideal for readers of textile history, standardization, and the politics of international trade.