A Hoop pole was a frame used to make wagon wheels. I have a photo in my files I'll dig up & send it to you personally when I find it. -Kay, FL > Subj: Re: [MOJEFFER] The Jefferson Democrat April 7, 1892 Volunteer > Transcription P... > Date: 6/23/2005 7:11:45 PM Eastern Standard Time > From: [email protected] > > One million hoop-poles wanted at F. C VOLLMAR's, Antonia, MO. > > What is or was a hoop-pole?