DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The phrase “the best thing since sliced bread” has roots in the Quad Cities, where sliced bread was actually invented.

The Han-Saloy Company in Davenport became the world leader in bread and bun slicing for the baking industry in 1912.

The Davenport Library will host a special program about this local history featuring the company president on Nov. 3 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Main Library downtown.

According to the event posting, the president will showcase historical artifacts along with telling the story.

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