1950 Press Photo Sam Rayburn John McSweeney I Maibach and Ohio Cheese Washington

This 200-pound wheel of Ohio Swiss Cheese is rolled into the Speaker's dining room at the Capitol for the big contest to determine which is best - Ohio or Wisconsin cheese. The cheeses will be served to Congressmen in House Restaurant where vote will be taken. Left to right are Speaker of House Sam Rayburn; Representative John McSweeney (Democrat, Ohio); and I.W. Maibach, Sterling, Ohio, Director of Ohio Swiss Cheese Federation.

Photo measures 8.5 x 7.25 inches.

Photo is dated 05-19-1950.



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