From 1939 to 1993, pageants were held across the country with young women vying to become the U.S. cotton ambassador.
Vintage photos of Alabama's Miss Maid of Cotton pageants
1955 Alabama - Historic Images
Photo measures 9 x 6.75 in. Photo is dated 08/26/ 1957. Alabama-Finalist in the Perry County Maid of Cotton contest in Marion were, from left, Rebecca
1957 Press Photo Alabama-Finalist in the Perry County Maid of Cotton contest.
Guide to the Maid of Cotton Records
Guide to the Maid of Cotton Records
Vintage photos of Alabama's Miss Maid of Cotton pageants
Vintage photos of Alabama's Miss Maid of Cotton pageants
Press Photo Alabama District Maid of Cotton Contest Winners Named
Vintage photos of Alabama's Miss Maid of Cotton pageants
1960 Press Photo Maid of Cotton Contest in Alabama - Historic Images
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