hfccp01049: Permits delivery of one A unit

Permits delivery of one A unit

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Collection:	Ration Coupons on the Home Front, 1942-1945
Type:	coupons
OPA Form Number:	OPA R-525
Serial Number:	ONE A UNIT
Date:	1942
Dimensions:	10.4648 cm x 5.3975 cm (4.12" x 2.125")
Page Count:	3 pages
Description:	Gasoline rationing coupon booklet for classification A. The booklet came with 6 pages of 8 coupons each. The no. 6 on this example indicates that it was for the 6th two-month period of the year in which it was issued. The A classification was for passenger cars and designated for basic use. The number of gallons in a unit could vary. Motivational statements: "Buy United States War Bonds and Stamps." "Conserve gasoline and tires. Careful upkeep and common-sense driving will increase your gasoline mileage and lengthen the life of your car." Background paper contains stylized Great Seal and the phrase "U.S. Government Ration" in blue ink.
Subject:	Rationing -- United States -- History -- 20th century
Product Type:	Gasoline
Ration Order:	Ration Order no. 5 (May 12, 1942)
Product Type:	Automobiles
Item Number:	hfccp01049
Rights:	For information about copyright and reproduction, see the policy for this collection.

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