How Paper Boxes Are Made by Robert F. Salade

"How Paper Boxes Are Made" by Robert F. Salade is a practical guidebook for beginners in the paper box manufacturing industry, written in the early 20th century. This instructional text provides detailed information on the processes and techniques for creating various types of paper boxes, including plain and fancy designs. The book emphasizes the importance of aesthetic quality and clever design in the marketing of products, suggesting a strong interplay between packaging and sales success. The opening of the book introduces readers to the significant growth of the paper box industry in the United States and highlights the evolving consumer demand for attractive packaging. Salade discusses how the success of retail products often hinges on the quality and design of the boxes that contain them. He emphasizes the transition from basic box design to more elaborate, visually appealing options that attract buyers, especially in fields such as confectionery and druggists' products. The author outlines his intention to teach the fundamentals of paper box making through practical, hands-on information, encouraging both apprentices and potential manufacturers to engage seriously with the craft.