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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1950
Page
28
The article chronicles Monroe Fire Department volunteers shaping Cheese Day since 1914. It notes early sandwich production, fund contribution, and evolving methods including a 1940s conveyor belt system. Leadership changes and ongoing preparations for safety are also outlined.
A 1917 Cheese Day parade in a public square featured a carnival midway, 100 units, and 25,000 sandwiches distributed by Jacob Blumer’s committee. Rain and slush turned to snow, ending events early. Dr. F. L. Hodges chaired the day with marshal Ray A. Young in attendance.
Robert L. Rote Charles F. Shrinerman and G. F. Sickinger are listed for special events in the city. Leland shows a note about fifteen pickpockets rounded up by the busy police.
The 1940 parade faced a major setback when circus units stored in the Fitzgibbons building were scorched. Parade Chairman George Mauerman recalled the previous fire, saying the work to restore them was extensive but a simple wash might suffice next time. The Times noted the chariots were stored again. Later records cite a destructive blaze on August 28, 1648, that destroyed the units.
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