After receiving a degree in textile engineering from Clemson College in 1933, Furman Martin worked at Springs Industries in research and development, 1933-1975 with service in the U.S. Army during World War II. The papers primarily pertain to Martin's work at Springs Industries and document applied research related to textile manufacturing. They include articles, artifacts, correspondence, drawings, index cards, memoranda, newspapers, patents, photographs, reports, and tables.