Where they ran
Baggage cars were usually positioned near the front of the passenger consist, close to stations' baggage and express handling areas.
What they carried
Checked luggage, parcels, express freight and sometimes mail could all move in baggage or combination cars.
Combination cars
Some cars combined baggage space with passenger seating or mail compartments, especially on lighter routes.
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