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Christmas Conundrum 2010
Ladies and gentlemen and children of all ages
I strive this year for a poser that will not require sages
Last year’s conundrum was really a dandy
It was only solved by one chemist named Andy
Today’s item let me tell you for sure
Was created by Luellen to keep something pure
The problem stemmed from a use by a sipper
It was much too common to use the same dipper
By 1912 he had a name for his wares
In the city of Boston he peddled them there
He then joined with a man named Hugh Moore
To educate the public on what was in store
On each of the railroads you would find it the standard
The passengers would use them as the train meandered
The flu epidemic drove the demand quite high
Luellen’s business really began to fly
In 1919, the old name was dull so Lawrence conceded
Something quite catchy, a new name was needed
He looked and he looked for a really good name
The name of Alfred’s dolls would be his great fame
A new use was found for a real frozen treat
Business was booming and Hugh Moore took the seat
He was the secretary, treasurer, and then president
Lawrence Luellen became quite a rich resident
This product today is really quite ubiquitous
Its name and the object are quite synonymous
In our homes and some offices its use is very evident
The item in question is neither fancy nor elegant
I’ve tried to give clues to reduce your frustration
I haven’t even used words like prestidigitation
I’ve given you hints and many are the clues
It’s almost time for you to put them to use
If you really want a challenge answer like Mr. Surface
Put your answer in rhyme and do it with purpose
The simplicity is intended to prevent a revolution
I really look forward to seeing each solution
So now my friends I am really at the end
If you are on Facebook your answer you can send
If you are with me when I recite this rhyme
Put your answer on paper and please do it on time