First Building Price Book Completed
This took hundreds of hours by many individuals. This book was used by the dealers and sales department.
Chief Changes Its Name
Chief Changes name from Big Chief of Nebraska, Inc. to Chief Industries, Incorporated.
Grand Island Contract Carriers is Formed
Grand Island Contract Carriers originally operated as a private fleet of Chief Industries, and will later become Chief Carriers.
Fort Dodge Plant, Iowa – Opens in April
Virg Named Small Businessman of the Year
Virg was named Small Businessman of the Year by the regional office of the Small Business Administration in Omaha.