Mark setter's truck, No

Mark setter’s truck, No. 242, nicknamed “Black Maria” as it was similar to a police paddy-wagon which were given that name in the 1930’s. Bench mark crew members would ride on benches in back during moves. Headaches were common for the crew after a long move as exhaust fumes would fill the back end. Back end couldn’t be closed because of level rod box.

Photo Location: Ohio, Bluffton
Photo Date: 1934 August