Description For much of the 20th century, the Chicagoland area was a Manufacturing mecca due to its central geographic location and ready access to rail and water transportation.
This book traces the origins of manufactu.
The city and suburbs mass-produced a wide range of products, including appliances, bicycles, electronics, furniture, globes, pianos, pinball machines, radios, railroad cars, sporting goods, telephones, televisions, typewriters, tools, toys, tractors, and watches.
Description For much of the 20th century, the Chicagoland area was a Manufacturing mecca due to its central geographic location and ready access to rail and water transportation