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Regular Session, 2014
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON NO. 8
BY REPRESENTATIVE PUGH AND SENATOR WHI TE
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON
To recognize May 8, 2014, as Elmer's Candy Day in the state of Louisiana.
WHEREAS, Elmer Chocolate, located in Ponchatoula, is currently the second largest
heart box manufacturer in the country; and
WHEREAS, Elmer Chocolate produces Easter favorites such as Gold Brick,
Heavenly Hash, and Pecan Eggs, all of which outsell national leaders five to one along the
Gulf Coast; and
WHEREAS, the forerunner of Elmer Chocolate was the Miller Candy Corporation,
which was founded in New Orleans in 1855 by former pastry chef Christopher Henry Miller;
and
WHEREAS, the Miller Candy Corporation became the Elmer Candy Corporation
when Miller's son-in-law and business partner Augustus Elmer brought his sons into the
fold; and
WHEREAS, Elmer Candy subsequently increased its national presence by adding
several new factories and introducing a wide variety of confections and snacks, many of
which are still favorites today; and
WHEREAS, in the early 1960s, Roy Nelson became a partner in the enterprise, and
purchased the entire company from the Elmer family and encouraged his son Allan to join
the endeavor; and
WHEREAS, the two men centralized operations by opening a manufacturing facility
in Ponchatoula and refocused the company's offerings, concentrating on seasonal chocolates
rather than everyday candy and snacks; and
WHEREAS, Elmer Chocolate today continues to create sweet memories for new
generations of candy lovers. ENROLLEDHCR NO. 8
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
recognize May 8, 2014, as Elmer's Candy Day in the state of Louisiana to recognize the
contributions of Elmer Chocolate to the state.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Rob
Nelson, the Chief Executive Officer of Elmer Chocolate.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE