FreightWaves Haul of Fame: LTL carrier Strickland Transportation succeeded under ICC regulations
Prospered from mid-1930s to 1978 A Strickland Transportation truck stands ready. (Photo: trovestar.com)
By the mid-1930s, L.R. Strickland had been involved in the trucking industry for several years. He had worked for Sproles Transportation & Storage, based in Dallas, Texas, as well as West Texas Express. His experience in the trucking industry gave him the insight and knowledge that generated Strickland Transportation its early successes.
Early history
Strickland Transportation Co., Inc.’s journey began when Strickland purchased an interest in Jackson Freight Lines, which operated on routes from Dallas to Houston and also into Oklahoma. In 1936, Strickland purchased the entire company. He renamed the less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier Jackson-Strickland Transportation Company. In 1942, the general office and headquarters were relocated to Dallas, and the name was official