Draft:Campbell 66 Express

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Campbell 66 Express was an American trucking firm based in Springfield, MO that operated from 1921 to 1986.[1]

Frank Campbell[1] originally established the company as a gas station, but later took over the preexisting 66 Express trucking firm.[2][unreliable source?]

It was famous for its mascot, "Snortin' Norton", a camel who was "humping to please";[1] collectible toy trucks are often painted in its livery for the amusement value.

The firm filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 1986[3] and exited the trucking business.[1] Its corporate successor survived until 1997.[2][unreliable source?]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Wallis, Michael (1990). Route 66: The Mother Road. New York: St. Martin's. pp. 74–76. ISBN 0-312-08285-1.
  2. ^ a b "The Campbell "66" Story". Campbell 66 Express. 28 June 2014.
  3. ^ Chavez, Tim (16 April 1986). "Trucking firm files chapter 11". The Oklahoman. 266081.