Do you recall those warm summer nights when everybody came out onto the streets, and one could hear only laughter and the noise of shovels as everyone was taking turns to dump their garbage into those old wheelbarrows? In the old days, dealing with waste was not only a responsibility but also a social event where people would sometimes gather and chat.
The ground garbage pail, a rather basic yet effective invention, used to be a common sight in many yards prior to the introduction of waste disposal services. These pails were usually cylindrical, made of galvanized steel, and partially buried in the ground to reduce smell and to deter animals. The part of it that was above the ground had a tight lid to ensure that animals did not get into the trash and to ensure that rain did not ruin the contents.
