MASON BROTHERS COMPANY
Mason Brothers was founded in 1920 by two brothers, Harold W. & Victor Mason. They serviced customers within a 50-mile radius of Wadena, MN.
In 1923, a new warehouse is built & business continues to grow & prosper.
In 1930, Harold Mason hires his nephew, Chuck Harrison. Harold subsequently retires due to health reasons in 1952. Chuck Harrison takes over operation of the warehouse.
In the summer of 1950, Harry Harrison, Chuck’s son, starts working summers at Mason Brothers unloading boxcars of flour & sugar along with making deliveries.
In 1962, Chuck Harrison passed away. Upon his death, his son, Harry Harrison becomes president & CEO of Mason Brothers.
Then...
1968
A fire destroys the entire warehouse. Within 6 months a new facility is up & running in a new location.
1971
Mason Brothers becomes the first business in the community to install a computer system, leading the way to a broader range of services.
1974
Mason Brothers purchases their first tractor trailer rig. Before this, they had been using straight trucks.
1975
A graphics arts department is added.
1977
Mason Brothers takes on an extensive dairy program.
1978
Freezers are built & frozen foods are added.
1980
With continued growth, they find it necessary to add additional space to the warehouse.
1995
Abby’s Bakery (named after Harry Harrison’s granddaughter) was built – offering customers fresh, quality bakery product.
1999
USDA inspected meat packing area is added, where meat is further processed in case-ready packaging.
serving the midwest since 1920
2000
Harry Harrison retires as president & CEO of Mason Brothers, selling the business to his sons Jeff & Ric.
2003
Now servicing Wisconsin.
2003
Abby’s Bakery expands to keep up with increasing demand.
2003
Mason Brothers proudly introduces an exclusive all-natural, locally raised beef product line with the “Heartland Farms” label.
2003
Due to the closing of Fairway Foods, Hartz & Fleming warehouses, Mason Brothers acquires substantial new business in Minnesota, North Dakota & Wisconsin.
2009
Now servicing Iowa & Michigan.
2010
Celebrating 90 years of continuous operation.
2012
Now servicing South Dakota.
2012
New improved website is launched offering our customers real time information.
2014
Abby’s Bakery expansion & the introduction of Sunnybrook Bread.
New packaging is made available on our Case Ready Meat allowing extended dating & the ability to order in the morning for next-day delivery.
now...
2020
Celebrating 100 years strong.