Nola Toilet Soap, Complimentary from Pullman, 1930-1959

Summary

From its founding during the Civil War until its demise a century later, the Pullman Company's name was synonymous with first-class travel on American railroads. Pullman not only built sleeping cars, it also operated them -- by arrangement with host railroads -- to ensure quality service. Unfortunately, Pullman's well-heeled customers were the first to embrace air travel once it became a viable alternative.

From its founding during the Civil War until its demise a century later, the Pullman Company's name was synonymous with first-class travel on American railroads. Pullman not only built sleeping cars, it also operated them -- by arrangement with host railroads -- to ensure quality service. Unfortunately, Pullman's well-heeled customers were the first to embrace air travel once it became a viable alternative.

Artifact

Soap packaging

Date Made

1930-1959

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2012.88.115

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift from the Collection of Susan Strongman Fiems by Dennis Fiems.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Soap (Organic material)

Color

White (Color)
Navy blue

Dimensions

Height: 1.25 in

Width: 2.25 in

Thickness: 0.25 in

Inscriptions

Pullman On verso: Nola / Toilet Soap

Connect 3

Discover curious connections between artifacts.

Learn More