Thoughts of Ice Cream bring back many fond memories for all of us. Click here to take a trip down memory lane and view historical articles and personal memoirs of the Ice Cream vending industry over the last several years.

THE HISTORY OF ICE CREAM
Ice Cream was an imported idea, which dates back to Nero-Claudius Caesar. It was made with snow that was brought to him by runners from the Alps, to which was added fruit juices, honey and nuts.

Tips on a Successful Vending Business
This 1988 article by Manny Ginsberg (President, International Ice Cream Corp. and President of IAICV from 1987-1988) explores how new markets, safe drivers, clean vehicles and new products contributed to the industry’s rebirth.
Published in Dairy Field Magazine

“Ice Cream for America” Ice Cream & Novelties Promotional brochure
A promotional brochure celebrating all things ice cream! This collection of articles about ice cream and novelty trends, along with recipes, vendor profiles and advertisements, was published in the June 27, 1990 issue of the Tennessean newspaper, commemorating July as National Ice Cream Month.

“Save the Sound Of Ice Cream” Petition
A classic example of the ice cream vending industry’s grassroots legislative efforts, this petition called for city council to keep ice cream trucks on the streets. This particular petition is from Vancouver, and is typical of the call to action made by ice cream vendors across North America.

My Ice Cream Truck Angel
The familiar tune of the neighborhood ice cream truck plays a key role in this young woman’s loving tribute to her late grandfather. This moving story recounts her fond memories of her grandfather, including how he would always indulge his grandchildren with treats from the ice cream truck. Written by Jenna Cizek in September 2004. Submitted by Nichols Electronics Co.

Ice Cream Sales Heat Up as Truck Vendors Keep Rolling
Published in Intercorp, this 1988 article examines the rebound of ice cream vending, fueled by the improved image of the ice cream man, better trucks and the tremendous variety of ice cream offerings. Featuring input from many ice cream vendors and a quote from then IAICV President Manny Ginsberg.

We All Scream for the Ice Cream Truck
A charming profile of two enterprising local brothers – “the ice cream men of Sharon” –who bring smiles to their community and pass the summer with a fun (and delicious) job running their own ice cream truck. By Channa Schafer for the Sharon Advocate

Bell - Weather Friends
This delightful “slice of life” article explores how a visit from the ice cream truck transforms a Boston neighborhood on one of the summer’s hottest days. A reminder of why the ice cream truck has been a welcome sight for years and years. Written by Heidi J. LaFleche for the Boston Phoenix

Tradition of Summer Falls Victim to Law: No Ice-Cream Truck
The New York Times looks at how laws forbidding ice-cream trucks impact not only the vendors, but their customers as well, including the youngsters who may miss out on one of America’s most loved summer traditions. By William E. Schmidt for The New York Times, June 24, 1990.