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Armed Forces Eligible to Buy Shoes With Certificates
Washington reports that service members may purchase shoes without ration books but must present certificates issued by any authorized armed services officer. The certificates enable retailers to acquire stock for the buyers, who often seek off duty footwear instead of government issue. A note adds a line about eye trickery with a shop shine remark.
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