Abstract: A bale of goods, particularly textile goods, and method of forming the same includes covering the bale of goods with a cover and then strapping the bale with at least one tensioned strap which encompasses the bale. A restraining tape extends generally transversely over the strap and is affixed (preferably by means of adhesive) to the strap and to portions of the cover laterally adjacent to the strap. The restraining tape thereby positionally and attachably secures the strap to the bale and defines a zone of the strap in which the strap may be severed to minimize outward lashing thereof thereby promoting a greater measure of safety to personnel.

Abstract: Stabilized stretch yarns of intermediate skein shrinkage and low torque which may be beamed without twisting are produced by draw texturing and stabilizing with little or no relaxation, preferably at relatively low temperatures. These yarns may be converted to wovens with adequate comfort stretch.