What was the process of storing ice after it was cut?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Ice Cutter
After cutting ice from lakes or rivers, it was stored in insulated ice houses, often lined with straw or sawdust to minimize melting. Blocks were stacked tightly, with air gaps filled to reduce heat transfer. Ice was covered with more insulation, and the houses were kept in shaded areas to prolong the ice's lifespan, sometimes lasting months.