25.21.45

Card, Ration

1945 Approximate

Gardner Gasoline Mileage Ration. Material: paper. Size: 3 1/2" x 5". Description: buff colored card stock ration card issued by the War Price & Ration Board of Waseca, signed by Mr. Porath, to Mr. Gardner for use with his 1941 Chevrolet from 1945 through November 8, 1946. Gasoline rationing was in effect nationwide during World War II.

Donor is the daughter of Harvey Gardner. Attorney Harvey Gardner practiced law in Janesville, Minnesota from the time he graduated from law school in 1932 until his death in 1972. This card was in the personal belongings of Harvey Gardner.