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Butter, Eggs and Poultry in Review
Source: “Butter, Eggs and Poultry in Review.” Petaluma Argus-Courier, 27 Nov. 1944, p. 8. https://www.newspapers.com/article/petaluma-argus-courier/138109415/ With America at war, most people mark Thanksgiving unable to get turkeys, as all efforts are made to give soldiers at the front a Thanksgiving dinner.
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SPAM
SPAM, a protein initially developed in 1937 by the George Hormel Company, was often included in a soldier’s meal, combining shoulder pork and ham, hence its name. Some soldiers humorously lamented its regular presence, joking that recruitment posters should declare “Uncle Spam Wants You!” During World War II, Hormel Foods demonstrated exceptional commitment to supporting…
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Food Cost $20 A Week For Four, Bureau Says
Source: “Food Cost $20 A Week For Four, Bureau Says.” The Los Angeles Times, 2 Feb. 1945, p. 9. https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-los-angeles-times/127206752/
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Gasoline Rationing Ended; Is Effective Immediately
Source: “Gasoline Rationing Ended; Is Effective Immediately.” Evansville Press, 15 Aug. 1945, p. 1. https://www.newspapers.com/article/evansville-press/138314738/
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Sugar Only Food Still Restricted
Source: “Sugar Only Food Still Restricted.” The Tampa Tribune, 24 Nov. 1945, p. 1. https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-tampa-tribune/138320791/
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Freeze Drying of Foods For the Armed Services
Source: Tuomy, J M. “Freeze Drying of Foods For the Armed Services.” US Army Natick Laboratories, Oct. 1971. https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/tr/pdf/AD0737606.pdf