was directed to this site on another forum when I asked, "why is a monkey dish called that"

Hmmm, seems I heard something about that years ago? Also, think I have heard

the one in the link?

one search shows them as a cook. To the beat of my knowledge it has always meant cooks helper and general camp maintaince.

Here is an incredibly long article about the legand of Paul Bunyan and references a bull cook.
It's a fun read, just grab a snack and a drink--

http://www.books-about-california.com/Pages/Paul_Bunyan_and_his_Big_Blue_Ox/Paul_Bunyan_text.html

have to think some more on this, also ask a couple of my old timer buddys.

Nan

http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/dictionary/index.asp?action=view&term_id=9526&keyword=wisconsin

 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top