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Julius Sturgis: America's first commercial pretzel bakery
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the bakery can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles.
In the eastern United States, a historic bakery has been in operation for over a century. The Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, located in Lititz, Pennsylvania, holds the distinction of being America's first commercial pretzel bakery. The bakery has a long history, dating back to 1861 when it first began operations.
Further details about the bakery can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles . For those interested in learning more about this piece of American history, additional information is available from the source, providing a glimpse into the bakery's past and its significance in the pretzel industry.
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Category: local Published: July 31, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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