Definition of "express-wagon" [express-wagon]

• A wagon used for collecting and delivering articles transmitted by express, specifically one of a particular form and construction designed for the purpose. (noun)
• A wagon with a body framed to show parallel and upright ribs outside of the panel. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "A little later an express-wagon with two men drove down on the wharf."
• "Colorado and taken to Denver, where members of the vigilance committee took him from jail outside the city in an express-wagon, and fastening"
• "Down at Asquam, the room on the wharf under the harbor-master's shop stood waiting to receive outgoing or incoming baggage; at the wharf, Hop would be drawn up with his old express-wagon."