I always wondered if using refers had to do with a shortage of boxcars or were they used to insulate the canned goods from extreme heat or cold. If I remember correctly (I was only twelve or so when I tried to "help"), they were only loaded half or two thirds full, I assume due to weight. Also if I remember correctly empty cardboard boxes and empty cans came in boxcars, often off road boxcars.
We townspeople are still trying to get used to the vacant lot. It looks a lot cleaner, but very different at the corner of M-66 and Condensery Road.
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