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Larry Jenkins. (management of Jenkins Disposal Service) (Company Profile)

Nashville Business and Lifestyle

| September 01, 1992 | Fuson, Maureen | COPYRIGHT 1990 Southeast Magazines, Inc. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

THEY DON'T LOOK LIKE your average garbage man.

When Larry Jenkins first suggested to his wife that they buy half of an established garbage pick-up route in Franklin, his wife Barbara was quick to agree.

The L&N Railroad employee had been searching for a way to work for himself, and the garbage route seemed like a good way to "pick-up" a career.

From a start of 310 customers, Jenkins Disposal Service has grown to a route of 600 regular customers, many of whom the Jenkins now count as friends.

The Jenkins confess that the fringe benefits of their business are unique. If there was ever a job that gave life to an old cliche, then the garbage business is …

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