[geeks] Software Bloat

[Kurt Huhn]

> > Late 1800s, early 1900s saw embroidery and weaving machines
> > that made rugs, blankets, and other heavy material. They
> > used *wooden* punchcards - slats of wood, usually of a
> > hardwood...
> >
>    That's a jaquard loom, right? I think I remember it from the William
> Gibson book "The Difference Engine" (or some place) but it's hazy.
>    Hey, I'm in RI now, maybe I should go check!
> -wde

I think you're right.  I recall the name from one of my textbooks.

It used to be on display at the mill in Providence's historic district, by
the river.  The name of the mill escapes me - I want to say the Grist Mill,
but I know that's not right....

Kurt