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To: Buck W.
Send it to Mexico.

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 City. Mexicans were crazy about the stuff. The Mexican people were eagerly awaiting delivery and were disconsolate("desper ados") 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.

17 posted on 01/23/2007 1:27:40 PM PST by eyedigress
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To: eyedigress

LOL...Now go to your ROOM!


49 posted on 01/23/2007 2:06:02 PM PST by mdmathis6 (Save the Republic! Mess with the polling firms' heads!)
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To: eyedigress
It is known, of course, as ...sinko de Mayo.

Shame on you

55 posted on 01/23/2007 2:56:40 PM PST by clamper1797 (Per caritate viduaribus orphanibusque sed prime viduaribus)
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To: eyedigress

Heh. There's quite a story behind how Bangkok got its name, too.


58 posted on 01/23/2007 3:19:52 PM PST by gcruse (http://garycruse.blogspot.com/)
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