More than a century ago, the top import at the Port of Los Angeles was lumber. A growing population in Southern California created a high demand for wood and other building materials, which meant stacks of lumber, mostly from Canada and the Pacific Northwest, arrived at the Port. In fact, the San Pedro Lumber Company was the Harbor Area's largest employer after the turn of the 20th century. Today, the top import is furniture. #TBT Photo and video copyright City of Los Angeles Harbor Department.