Peddlars like the one shown in this picture are NOT pack peddlars. Pack peddlars traveled on foot. They were commonly seen in the late 1800's and in the early 1900's. They would normally carry two packs of goods with them, the heavier one on the back and the lighter pack in front. Items that the pack peddlars were likely to sell would be lighter because they had to carry it all on their backs. Things like ointments, clothes, toys, books and utensils would be found in their bags. Sometimes their bags would take up a whole kitchen when opened up.

Peddler 's Horse and Buggy, Main Street, Souris, ca 1940
PARO, Acc 2323