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Uniform Containerization of Freight: Early Steps in the Evolution of an Idea

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  11 June 2012

Abstract

In the manner of the Creole tradesmen of Louisiana, whose lagniappe to their patrons is legendary, the Editor offers a similar bonus to readers of the Review. Instead of trifling presents added to a purchase, however, our lagniappe will he notes and documents illustrative of the evolution of business enterprise.

Type
Lagniappe
Copyright
Copyright © The President and Fellows of Harvard College 1969

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References

1 A good introduction to the literature can be found in Containers: A List of References, 1901–1967 (Washington, 1968) published by The Economics and Finance Department Library of the Associaiton of American Railroads.

2 “Demountable Bodies,” in Wright, Roy V. (ed.,) Material Handling Cyclopedia (New York, 1921), 754.Google Scholar The article also includes a picture of the equipment discussed.

3 Tomkins, Calvin, “Transshipment Containers,” Shipping, XI (July 10, 1920), 27.Google Scholar