BIO: Michael Cudahy (1841-1910): Michael and his parents left Callan, Co. Kilkenny in 1849. At the age of 14, he became employed at a meat-packing company in Milwaukee, WI. During the next 25 years, he advanced rapidly within the business. His ability was rewarded in 1875 when he accepted a partnership in Armour & Company of Chicago, IL. Cudahy's development of the summer curing of meats under refrigeration, which made fresh meat available throughout the year, was his singular contribution to the industry. He also was involved with the evolution of the refrigerator car that allowed perishable foods to be transported without spoiling. With his brother Edward, he formed the Cudahy Packing Company in 1890, continuing as its president until his death.