World War II Rationing Collection

Title:	World War II Rationing Collection
Call Number:	MS 93-01
Size:	0.25 linear feet
Acquisition:	Donated by various sources
Processed By:	MLS, 1992; JEF, 10-30-1998; MN, 1-23-2012
Note:	None
Restrictions:	None

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Series 1

Box 1

World War II Rationing Documents. Contains examples of ration coupon books and certificates for various items.

Series 1 ‒ World War II Rationing Documents

Box 1	FF 1	War ration books 1-3 and 5
Box 1	FF 2	Application and registration certificate for fuel oil dealer or supplier.
Box 1	FF 3	Certificate to purchase 1942 model passenger car for use.
Box 1	FF 4	Certificate authorizing acquisition of new adult bicycle.
Box 1	FF 5	Typewriter rental certificate and application for certificate to rent class B typewriters.
Box 1	FF 6	Stove purchase certificate.
Box 1	FF 7	Fuel oil deposit certificate, fuel oil exchange certificate and various fuel oil coupons.
Box 1	FF 8	Non-highway rations.
Box 1	FF 9	Mileage certificate and certificate for purchase of tires or tubes or recapping.
Box 1	FF 10	Motorcycle mileage ration.
Box 1	FF 11	Gasoline purchase permit, acknowledgment and authorization of delivery gasoline and fuel oil.
Box 1	FF 12	Transport mileage ration, T-1 and T-2 coupons.
Box 1	FF 13	Basic mileage ration, A; supplemental gasoline ration B and C; gasoline deposit certificate and bulk gasoline coupon.
Box 1	FF 14	Food ration certificate.
Box 1	FF 15	Sugar allowance coupon, ration cards for residents of border zone in Mexico.
Box 1	FF 16	Various stamps and certificates for shoes, for non-rationed shoes and for rubber boots.

 

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