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The Lord Mayor of Cardiff (Alderman James Hellyer - {pictured right}
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The Lord Mayor of Cardiff (Alderman James Hellyer - {pictured right}
The Lord Mayor of Cardiff (Alderman James Hellyer - {pictured right}) drawing his Points ration book at the City Hall, Cardiff. Also in the picture is Sir Herbert Hilas and Mr Kenvyn Rees, (Food Executive Officer).
Rationing came in on 8th January 1940 when bacon, butter and sugar were rationed. Meat, tea, jam, biscuits, breakfast cereals, cheese, eggs, lard, milk, canned and dried fruit were rationed subsequently but not all at once. Rationing finally ended in 1954.
Picture taken 15th November 1941
Staff
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Reach PLC B/W print. 2002
Media ID 21880886
© Mirrorpix
1941 Chain Of Office Rationing Rations Ration Book War And Conflict
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 1940s during the tumultuous times of World War II. The image captures a significant moment as The Lord Mayor of Cardiff, Alderman James Hellyer, is seen drawing his Points ration book at City Hall in Cardiff. Standing beside him are Sir Herbert Hilas and Mr Kenvyn Rees, the Food Executive Officer. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the strict rationing measures imposed during those challenging years. Rationing was introduced on January 8th, 1940, initially covering bacon, butter, and sugar. Subsequently, other essential items such as meat, tea, jam, biscuits, breakfast cereals, cheese eggs lard milk canned and dried fruit were also subject to restrictions - although not all at once. This particular snapshot was taken on November 15th in 1941 when rationing was still in full swing. It showcases the resilience and determination of individuals like Alderman James Hellyer who dutifully followed these regulations while leading their communities through difficult times. Rationing finally came to an end in 1954 after more than a decade of sacrifice and frugality. This powerful image encapsulates an era defined by war and conflict but also highlights the strength and unity displayed by people across Wales during World War II.
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