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Advert, Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd, Leeds
Advert, food products from Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd, Leeds, Yorkshire, including egg substitute powder as eggs were scarce during the war. Date: 1942
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1942 Backhouse Baking Batter Bottle Bottles Flavouring Good Goodall Gravy Housekeeping Leeds Mixture Packet Powder Pudding Relish Spice Substitute Tinned Tins
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This vintage print captures a fascinating glimpse into the food shortages and innovations of wartime England in 1942. The advert for Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd, based in Leeds, Yorkshire, showcases their range of food products designed to help households cope with the scarcity of eggs during World War II.
Amongst the array of tinned goods and bottles on display are packets of egg substitute powder - a clever solution to the rationing restrictions that were in place at the time. This versatile product could be used to create everything from baking batter to gravy and relishes, providing much-needed flavor and sustenance during challenging times.
The image is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of British families as they navigated through the hardships of war. It also serves as a reminder of how essential businesses like Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd played a crucial role in supporting communities by providing innovative solutions to everyday problems.
As we look back on this snapshot from history, we can appreciate not only the practicality of these wartime food products but also the spirit of unity and resourcefulness that defined an era marked by sacrifice and solidarity.
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