They were referred to as Quakers because, during church service, if they felt that they had established a connection with God, they would shake, or "quake".
A Quaker is a Christian who is a member of the Religious Society of Friends.
The 1650's.
absolutely nothing actually! The company just decidedto name it Quaker Oats and as a " mascot " they chose a random quaker.
Kenneth Henry Southall has written: 'Wilfred Frances Southall' -- subject(s): Biography, Quakers 'Our Quaker heritage' -- subject(s): Quaker church buildings, Society of Friends, Quaker Churches
Betsy Ross went to a Quaker rich school when she was growing up.
Friends
The official name is Society of Friends.
The Keystone State and the Quaker State. Quaker State Oil (for vehicles ) got its name from PA's nickname.The Keystone State, or in colonial times Quaker State.
The character on the Quaker Oats container is known as "Larry" or simply the Quaker Man. He represents the Quaker Oats Company and embodies the values of integrity and quality associated with Quaker products. The design is based on the traditional attire of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers.
Religious Society of Friends
Amelia Otis a quaker
Pennsylvania