Rationing During 1940s

INTRODUCTION: <Tab/> The Second World War saw the disappearance from the shops of all but the necessities. Rationing of food and clothing was extensive. Issued in October 1939, the Ration Book became familiar to every citizen during the war. The start of rationing was postponed; owing it was said to a Stop Rationing! Campaign by" The Daily Express" from November 1939 until Monday, 8th. January 1940. Rationing began on 8 January 1940. Each person was allowed …showed first 75 words of 2205 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2205 total…OIL - Period 5 coupons, which must last you through Sept. 30, are now valid for ten gallons (household type) and 100 gallons (institutional type). The O. P. A. advises you to save the stubs from ration sheets - you will need them when the new heating season begins on Oct. 1. TIRES - Tires for essential driving are available on application to rationing boards. Recapping with reclaimed rubber camelback (Grade F) is now available to all without restriction.