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Yep and that's true of everyone who's ever behind a curve when the curve is shifting. The ice cutters knew about refrigeration, but couldn't adapt.

Everyone should be skeptical of claims that include the word "everyone". Here's some history of ice cutters who did adapt; their business established in 1848 is still operating today:

http://www.capepondice.com/company_history.htm



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