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1950 Press Photo Modern lingerie manufacturing plant in Purvis, Mississippi.

This is an original press photo. Missippi's "Balance Agriculture with Industry" program has paid off handsomely for the little municipality of Purvis, 12 miles south of Hattiesburg. "As a result of the BAWI plan, Purvis now has a modern lingerie manufacturing plant that "In recent ceremonies, officials of the First Supervisor's District in Lamar County and Purvis presented to officials of Maine Star, Inc., a modern, air-conditioned manufacturing plant valued at $190,000. "In return, the people of Purvis are reaping the benefits of a growing industrial payroll to supplement its primarily agricultural income." Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 09-07-1950.

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