Founded by Hamilton Carhartt (pictured left) in Detroit, Carhartt Inc. has been making durable work apparel since 1889. Carhartt became the clothing brand of choice for numerous railroad workers during the turn of the century, and the company’s apparel later became a common uniform for construction workers, farmers, and numerous other blue collar trades.
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Who Made That Charcoal Briquette?
Who doesn’t like a backyard barbecue on a beautiful summer day? Reaching for the hibachi and loading it with charcoal briquettes. Fanning the flames until the briquettes are glowing and ready. But who invented the charcoal briquette. Chances are you used the one brand of briquettes found at most retail stores – Kingsford. Here is […]