Here, Hargett describes her work as a weaver. First, Hargett explains how parents, rather than employers, were expected to train their children and then when they became sixteen, the mills would hire them. After being trained by her father, Hargett became a skilled weaver and "smash hand." In addition to describing her tasks, Hargett explains the difference between the Draper, Crompton, and Knowles looms. In addition, Hargett describes the kinds of injuries workers risked on the job. The excerpt concludes with Hargett's assertion that she enjoyed her work and the camaraderie of the workers.