The History of Emrick's Van & Storage
Humble Beginnings: Emrick’s Bus, Baggage and Transfer Line – THE OKLAHOMA TIMES JOURNAL – Oct 19th 1893
Emrick’s Established in 1894 – THE PERRY DAILY TIMES – Jan 12th 1894
Dissolutions Notice: Enid Transfer and Storage vs Emrick’s – THE ENID WEEKLY WAVE – Oct 6th 1904
Let’s travel back to 1893. Our fearless founders braved the weather by horse-drawn wagon to move items all over Oklahoma and Southern Kansas. These pioneers forged the path through dirt or gravel roads in sturdy wagons with wooden or metal wheels. In 1904, the new moving company was established to what eventually became Emrick’s Van & Storage.
Oil to Go Down – THE ENID WEEKLY WAVE – Jan 26th 1905
“The National Oil Co, has established and agency in Enid. Decreasing the price 15 cents by next Monday. Emrick Transfer Co. will be the agents for the National People and are delivering oil today”
Enid Transfer & Storage – THE ENID EVENTS – March 1st 1906
Purchasing Pelton Dray Line – THE ENID EVENTS – May 24th 1906
Warehouse Sold: Change of Base – THE ENID EVENTS – April 4th 1907
Enid Transfer CO. Incorporates – THE ENID EVENTS – June 6th 1907
Prosperity Tide is High: Volume of Wholesale Business Rapidly Expanding – ENID DAILY EAGLE – March 31st 1909
Enid Transfer Co. Buys Old Alton Building – THE ENID EVENTS – June 10th 1909
The article discusses the expansion and success of Emrick’s Van & Storage under new ownership. Paul and Nikki Baker purchased the company in 1977, and since then, the business has grown significantly. Emrick’s has expanded its staff, fleet, and revenue, making 1985 its best year in its 82-year history. The company, originally founded in 1904 by George Emrick, started with horse-drawn wagons before transitioning to motorized transport in the 1920s.
Paul Baker, an engineer, and his wife Nikki, a former Bell operator, took over the business from Paul Crosslin and modernized operations. They expanded into Oklahoma City in 1981 and projected $1 million in sales for 1986. Their marketing strategies, including toll-free numbers and Yellow Pages ads, helped them tap into the Western Oklahoma market. Looking ahead, they planned further expansion, including a third location in Tulsa.
1939 Emrick’s Softball Team to Play in State Tournament
The Enid Morning News – 1940
Emrick’s 1948 Article
The Enid Morning News 1940 – Emrick’s
The Enid Daily Eagle – 1948
