This section is from the book "The Home Cyclopedia Of General Information", by Charles Morris. Also available from Amazon: Home Cyclopedia of Necessary Knowledge.
A low two wheeled cab closed in front by a lid-like apron and having a driver's seat perched back of the top. It is drawn by one horse and used extensively in large cities to convey passengers from one point to another.

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