Cincinnati Ohio Chase Street William Diebel Wagon 1905 Real Photo Postcard

Wm. Diebel's delivery service, as depicted, represents a common form of local commerce in the early 20th century, likely between 1900 and the 1920s. Businesses like Diebel's, offering "Groceries, Meats, Vegetables," were independent neighborhood stores serving specific communities, with "S. Turrill Sts." indicating a localized presence. The horse-drawn wagon was the standard mode of transport for deliveries, a practical necessity before the widespread adoption of motorized vehicles for commercial purposes.

This era pre-dates the dominance of large chain supermarkets and reflects a time when direct relationships between local merchants and their customers were paramount. Such delivery services were essential for daily household provisions, highlighting the infrastructure of urban and suburban life where local proprietors fulfilled community needs with personalized service, often delivering goods directly to residences.