J.E. "Teddie" Lumb

Extract from the text: Mr Teddie Lumb, Chairman of Allied Textile Companies Ltd., is acknowledged to be one of the world's most experienced and discerning judges of fine wools. An undisputed 'father figure' in the trade, he is seen here selecting the Golden Bale - amongst other things the wool must be sound - a characteristic tested by stretching and plucking the fibres.

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