In this chilling episode of Tracks Through Time, we delve into the never-solved 1995 disappearance of truck driver Devin Williams, who vanished without a trace in the heart of Arizona’s Tonto National Forest.
Nike has remained a popular shoe brand for decades (Photo: AP File/Matt Rourke)
“Not only are we at the height of the Christmas season, but we’re at the height of the Y2K concern as well. Importers and major trading houses are trying to move their goods now to beat any chance of problems with the changeover to the new millennium.”
1994: Despite its effectiveness in catching contraband, Customs pulls the plug on X-ray procedures at Tacoma.
1971: Security at Miami International Airport will be increased with a move aimed at protecting precious cargo as well as travelers.
1975: C-5 cargo plane carries 6 marine containers from Nashville to Oakland.
1992: Textiles and trucking are among industries with the most at stake in the North American Free Trade Agreement.
1998: The Surface Transportation Board has approved the division of Conrail between Norfolk Southern and CSX, which will be left in control of most railroad traffic in the eastern half of the United States.
1971: The round-up of all imported autos into Jacksonville is near conclusion as the latest arrival of 785 Chrysler Colts enters the Port.
FreightWaves Classics will present articles about key events, companies,, organizations, etc. from the history of transportation, logistics, supply chain and freight.
