25 Feb 1943
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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1943
Page
1
Wellington leaders report a new wartime rationing plan using a 48 point allotment for canned and bottled foods. Points depend on ounces, not can size, and prices vary by store. Details outline how adults obtain War Ration Book No 2 and stamp usage delay.
Ration details outline point values for A B and C stamps and a 48 point allotment. Each person may declare five cans of processed foods with exemptions for home canned items and large family supplies. The system limits oversize purchases and requires stamps only valid for the rationing period with items including canned fruits vegetables soups juices and baby foods.
The American Civil Liberties Union announces a $500 reward for the first person to supply information leading to the arrest conviction and imprisonment of anyone who participates in acts of violence.
The Department of Justice has conducted a thorough investigation into lawless opposition to Jehovah's Witnesses. A special circular was sent to all United States Attorneys urging immediate action to prevent interference with the Witnesses and civilian liberties.
Superintendent Noah Cunningham announces Ration Book Two registration in the Quail Rural Consolidated School District. Registration runs Thursday Friday and Saturday 9 am to sundown at Quail with offsite sites at Swearingen Cottonwood McKnight to accommodate families. Bring Book One or obtain it from the Wellington Ration Board and include a Consumer Declaration.
An old advertisement urges rapid treatment of bronchitis and coughs with Creomulsion. It claims the product loosens phlegm, soothes inflamed bronchial membranes, and aids natural healing without narcotics, offering a money back guarantee if it does not provide quick relief.
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