Phrases with «mill states»

The phrase "mill states" typically refers to the U.S. states that had a large number of textile mills during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These states played a significant role in the industrialization of America and were known for their manufacturing of textiles, such as cotton or wool, in large mill factories. Full definition

Sentences with «mill states»

  • There are about 20 state pet breeders associations who are (not too surprisingly) located in the major puppy mill states. (sourcewatch.org)
  • Texas is the 10th largest puppy mill state in the country, and becomes the 20th state in the country to pass puppy mill reforms in the past 4 years. (humanesociety.org)
  • Since this is Michigan, puppy mill state of the world, I \'m not holding my breath. (onegreenplanet.org)
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