This peddler's wagon was owned by A.J. Elias. Mr. Elias provided services for numerous customers in the Monona, Shelby and Pottawattamie areas for 55 years. During this time, Elias helped to bring crucial supplies to rural farm families during the harsh winter months. Pictured above is grocery items and products Elias sold from his wagon. These products included soup, cookbooks, tobacco, and coffee. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2019.003.003 [Wagon, Peddler's]
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