1917 July 957/1 The New Britain Machine Co...makes these tote boxes of steel, and they are designed in such a way that they may be stacked up to economize in floor space.
1951 Urquhart & Boyle 7/1 If the parts are small and are handled in a tote box, then each operator must: 1. Position the totebox of pieces to be worked [etc.].
1966 18 Apr. 6/1 Tote boxes are also available with cushion tops and back cushions.