Sugar was the first commodity to be rationed during World War II beginning in 1942 and lasting until 1947. In 1942 Kirkwood Public Library acted as a registration location for sugar rationing. During a three day period, 4,000 Kirkwood residents registered for sugar rationing permits for canning purposed. Library staff and volunteers performed the registrations.
Sugar Rationing
By Nick |
Nick O'Neal is the Director of Technology & Online Services for the Kirkwood Public Library. He has been with the library since July 2012. He enjoys playing video games, listening to Classic Rock, and watching movies. His favorite authors include Timothy Zahn, J.R.R Tolkien, Douglas Adams, Michael Crichton and Clive Cussler.
