Mayo

Wokamuka · 05-06-2008, 05:16 PM

Most people don't know that back in 1912, Hellmann'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 its stop in New York .

This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise ever delivered to Mexico . But as we know, the great ship did not make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo was forever lost.

The people of Mexico , who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they still observe to this day.

The National Day of Mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.

Chase · 05-07-2008, 12:54 AM

What the Hellman's! I would have appreciated knowing these facts yesterday, not on sexto de Mayo . . . almost séptimo de Mayo. This is a day late and a dollop short.

Matilda · 05-07-2008, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chase

What the Hellman's! I would have appreciated knowing these facts yesterday, not on sexto de Mayo . . . almost séptimo de Mayo. This is a day late and a dollop short.

... clever witty remark!

Wokamuka · 05-07-2008, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chase

What the Hellman's! I would have appreciated knowing these facts yesterday, not on sexto de Mayo . . . almost séptimo de Mayo. This is a day late and a dollop short.

I posted it as soon as I got it in my e-mail box.

DragonYoga · 05-07-2008, 05:50 PM

hehehehe! I've seen this one before. It's awesome!!!

Debbieaslpr · 05-14-2008, 09:23 PM

Ay!! CHIWAWA LOL

05-06-2008, 05:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
Wokamuka 1.20.09 : end of an error Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 728	Mayo Most people don't know that back in 1912, Hellmann'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 its stop in New York . This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise ever delivered to Mexico . But as we know, the great ship did not make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo was forever lost. The people of Mexico , who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they still observe to this day. The National Day of Mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo. __________________

05-07-2008, 05:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
DragonYoga chocolatechocolate! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: St. Augustine, FL Posts: 154	hehehehe! I've seen this one before. It's awesome!!! __________________ MMM...CHOCOLATE!!!

05-14-2008, 09:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
Debbieaslpr Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Humacao Puerto Rico Posts: 54	Ay!! CHIWAWA LOL __________________ No matter what, no matter how you'll always find the sun comes out. It shines on me. It shines on you. And everyday will be anew.

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05-07-2008, 12:54 AM	#2 (permalink)
Chase Retired on ex-mod pension Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Albany, Oregon Posts: 2,066	What the Hellman's! I would have appreciated knowing these facts yesterday, not on sexto de Mayo . . . almost séptimo de Mayo. This is a day late and a dollop short.