#40: A Box Boy in a Rural Idaho Grocery Store, 1970s
In 1972, small grocery stores in rural areas employed a box boy, unlike their supermarket counterparts.’ This person was responsible for packing groceries and offering personalized service by carrying items to customers’ cars.

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This 1972 photo, captured in Southeast Idaho, reflects a bygone era. While technological advancements like self-checkout have phased out the box boy, rural stores clung to this personal touch in customer service longer than most.