The whole caboodle is a common expression, meaning the whole. I know not the origin of the word. It is used in all the Northern States and New England. The word boodle is used in the same manner.
They may recommend, to the electors of Hamilton county, to disregard so much of the law as constitutes two election districts of Hamilton county. Having done this, Medary will be looking out for a job--Olds will be often in Fairfield, cozening for a nomination to Congress--and the whole caboodle will act upon the recommendation of the Ohio Sun, and endeavor to secure a triumph in the old-fashion way.--Ohio State Journal.