Until the late 19th century, many physicians believed that most illnesses were related to digestion problems, and recommended a daily intake of biscuits and fruit. Fig rolls were the ideal solution to this advice. They were a locally produced and handmade product until a Philadelphia baker and fig lover, Charles Roser, invented and then patented a machine in 1891 which inserted fig paste into a thick pastry dough. Cambridgeport, Massachusetts -- based Kennedy Biscuit Company purchased the Roser recipe and started mass production. The first Fig Newtons were baked at the F.A. Kennedy Steam Bakery in 1891. The product was named after the city of Newton, Massachusetts.
where did the name fig newton come from
the city of Newton, Massachusetts