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The Jack and Jill Ice Cream Company makes and sells delicious ice cream treats. It was started a long time ago in 1929 by a person named Max Schwartz. He began by selling ice cream right from the streets of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Story of Jack and Jill Ice Cream

How It All Started

Max Schwartz founded the company in 1929. At first, he carried the ice cream himself to sell it to people in Philadelphia. This was how the business began, one treat at a time.

Growing the Business

As the company grew, it bought its very first ice cream truck in 1936. This made it much easier to sell ice cream to more people. Jack and Jill Ice Cream also became famous for creating the Choco Taco in the early 1980s. This was a popular ice cream treat shaped like a taco. Later, they sold the Choco Taco to another company called Good Humor-Breyers.

Where You Can Find Their Ice Cream

Today, Jack and Jill Ice Cream sells its products in many ways. You can still find their ice cream trucks driving around. They also sell ice cream to restaurants and catering services. You might even see their ice cream in stores and vending machines. Their products are available across the Mid-Atlantic United States.

The Name Behind the Treats

The company's name, Jack and Jill, comes from the well-known "Jack and Jill" nursery rhyme. The main office for the company is located in Moorestown, New Jersey.

Other Ice Cream Companies

Just like Jack and Jill, there are other companies that sell ice cream. Some of their well-known competitors include:

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