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Ypsilanti, Michigan: Big Milker in Ypsi

A big cow stands guard on the roof of a convenience store.

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The Big Cow

As per my father Herbert Mida, my grandfather Albert Mida, delivered this bovine in a trailer to its destination in the 1950's I believe. I can remember seeing it as a kid in the 60's. He worked for Ford Motor Company and also sold real estate in the Belleville area. Not sure why or how he got involved in the delivery? I'll investigate further.

[Lynn MIda, 12/20/2008]

Big Cow.

Big Milker in Ypsi

Here is a photo of the giant cow in Ypsilanti, Michigan. It's been there for years. I think I first saw it 20 years ago. I'm sure it was once a dairy store but now, as you see, Bessie seems to be pushing Budweiser.

[Richard Weiss, 03/11/2005]

She joins the big bovine parade on the Cowlossus of Roads.

Big Milker in Ypsi

Carry Dairy

Address:
979 Ecorse Rd, Ypsilanti, MI
Directions:
Carry Dairy. On the east side of town, north side of Hwy 17/Ecorse Rd. I-94 exit 183. North on Huron St., then a quick right on Spring St. for about a mile. (Spring St. merges with Hwy 17/Ecorse Rd.)
Phone:
734-483-5648
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