Herman Sausage Company, Tampa, Fl.
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This is a Herman Meat Company ad
from the Sarasota Herald Tribune
on June 15, 1950
Do you remember Herman Sausage Co. the maker of Herman Orange Band Wieners
and their little "Smoky Joe Pocket Books"
and their little "Smoky Joe Pocket Books"
I bought 4 of these little books at the Plant City Farm & Flea Market one Wednesday a few months ago. I have scanned every page of the one that is posted below. I hope that you enjoy a little nostalgia from yesterday.
In the 50's Herman's covered about 57 acres of land at Six Mile Creek, and they employed 275 people. (Read more at bottom of page)
In the 50's Herman's covered about 57 acres of land at Six Mile Creek, and they employed 275 people. (Read more at bottom of page)
Super Duper was a company spokesperson for a period of time.
SUPER DUPER'S COLOR BOOK
An oddly-titled show for a black and white channel, Super Duper's Color Book debuted in April of 1955. The show first aired at 5:30 pm, then was moved to 4:30 pm when Channel 38 picked up ABC's Mickey Mouse Club from 5:00-6:00 pm.
The Super Duper character was a real live version of a 'little person' in a tuxedo and top hat appearing on the packages of Herman Orange Band Weiner meat products. Like other kid show hosts of the time, Super Duper would make personal appearances. BIG 13 correspondent Tony Zappone remembers seeing S.D. in person. "I met him when he made an appearance at my elementary school, circa 1955. He was a indeed very short but had a great presence and put on an entertaining show with bits of magic." The show was renamed "Super Duper's Circus" and ended its run December 16, 1955.
An oddly-titled show for a black and white channel, Super Duper's Color Book debuted in April of 1955. The show first aired at 5:30 pm, then was moved to 4:30 pm when Channel 38 picked up ABC's Mickey Mouse Club from 5:00-6:00 pm.
The Super Duper character was a real live version of a 'little person' in a tuxedo and top hat appearing on the packages of Herman Orange Band Weiner meat products. Like other kid show hosts of the time, Super Duper would make personal appearances. BIG 13 correspondent Tony Zappone remembers seeing S.D. in person. "I met him when he made an appearance at my elementary school, circa 1955. He was a indeed very short but had a great presence and put on an entertaining show with bits of magic." The show was renamed "Super Duper's Circus" and ended its run December 16, 1955.
(Right) This photo shows Super Duper on a Festival of States parade float circa 1955. Note that Super Duper wears his trademark tuxedo and top hat. An accordion, Super Duper's musical instrument of choice, is suspended from his neck.
Perhaps the classic automobile is Super Duper's own transportation.
Perhaps the classic automobile is Super Duper's own transportation.
Florida products Festival The best thing that has happened to the weenie since the hot dog was invented! One bite and you'll agree . . . this is the best thing that has happened to the weenie since the hot dog was invented all new Herman Orange Band Weenies. You'll like the hearty goodness ... the slow-smoked flavor . . . the plump fullness ... the new and exclusive blend of seasoning! Ask your grocer for the all new Herman Orange Band Weenies today. , LOOK FOR THE "Orange Band" It's Your Guarantee of Quality. The Herman Sausage Co. is proud to join in the Florida Products Festival and tell the wonderful story about Florida products and people. Every business, every industry, every single person participates because Florida has a fabulous story to tell, just as the Herman Sausage Company can point with pride to their story of progress in the Sunshine State! Herman Spirit of Progress The Herman organization opened its doors in 1924 with just a handful of employees. Today's Herman plant, covering about 57 acres of land at Six Mile Creek, employs 275 Floridians. The Herman spirit of progress is typified by the words of the new owner and president, T. Roland Sinclair, who migrated to Florida, because, in his own words, "The purchase of Herman Sausage Company answers a personal ambition to become associated with and guide a meat packing firm that is completely independent of ties with any larger company. Even more, the purchase provides a wonderful opportunity to contribute to and become a part of Florida's expanding economy." Herman Meat Products provides Florida with excellence meat products and is constantly developing, in the Herman Research Kitchens, new ones such as the all new Herman Orange Band Wieners. Last year Herman purchased Florida livestock and other materials in excess of three million dollars . . . provided another million in revenue in freight, trucking, fuel, repairs, electricity, telephone, advertising and other local services , . . and salaries to Floridians totaled almost one million dollars. Herman Backs Community Affairs Herman Sausage Company supports many service clubs of Tampa, including Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions . . . takes an interest in various agricultural groups such as the FFA and 4-H. Civic enterprises come in for their share of Herman cooperation, too, the Red Cross and Community Chest among them. Orange Band Means Finest quality product attractively packaged and fairly priced to all. Statewide, store-door delivery guarantees freshness and convenience, 365 days a year. Extensive advertising assures consumer acceptance.
