| Iceberg Dressing
Many stories have come to us from the tragic sinking of the great ship
Titanic -- some are not as well known as others. Most people don't
know that back in 1912, Hellman's mayonnaise was manufactured in England.
In fact, the Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled
for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call
for the great ship after New York. To date, the largest shipment ever exported
to Mexico. The people of Mexico, who were crazy about the stuff, were eagerly
awaiting delivery and were disconsolate at the loss. So much so that
they declared a National Day of mourning which they still observe today.
It is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.
| Note: E-RFDs are messages that circulate around the
internet. Some are factual and some are mythical. We make no
distinction between the types, here, but rather offer them pretty much
as they come in -- as examples of comment and rumor from a global mind. |
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