Wilson

In 1916, Ashland Manufacturing is changed to Thomas E. Wilson Co. The company manufactures sporting goods in Chicago, IL.

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The Thomas E. Wilson Co. expands. They distribute their products throughout the United States, from New York to San Francisco.

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In 1919, a distribution agreement with Western Sporting Goods elevates Wilson's reputation as a premier supplier of uniforms.

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In 1925, the name Thomas E. Wilson Co. is replaced with Wilson-Western Sporting Goods Company.

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A variation of this tagging can be seen used on Wilson products from the late 1940s to the mid 1960s.

Late 1940s to mid 1950s (variation).

Mid 1950s

1958-1966

1967-1973

1974-1977 (washing instructions change)

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Mid 1970s salesman sample with factory and inventory codes.

1978-1985 ("n" in "Wilson" becomes "uncurved". Size number font changes.)