Yes, a WWII strip. You had letters which determined how much gas you could buy – per week, I think. An “A” got you the most gas and it was for essential work toward the war effort. It went down from there. The letter was posted on your windshield.
Well that’s one way to get an attractive date. Could also be used to gain access to HOV lanes. And speaking of Sonny Boy, here’s a recording of the that song, America’s first platinum recording.Al JolsonAlso in Japan is the term SONY BOY.
Sherlock Watson over 10 years ago
A clothing store called Mannequin’s?
nailer Premium Member over 10 years ago
Is this a wartime strip? or whe could they tell you not to drive for pleasure?
3pibgorn9 over 10 years ago
Yes, a WWII strip. You had letters which determined how much gas you could buy – per week, I think. An “A” got you the most gas and it was for essential work toward the war effort. It went down from there. The letter was posted on your windshield.
jppjr over 10 years ago
We have a new type of gas rationing today….it’s called price…
Number Three over 10 years ago
Bet you feel reaaaaal daft now don’t you, Officer?
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brklnbern over 10 years ago
Well that’s one way to get an attractive date. Could also be used to gain access to HOV lanes. And speaking of Sonny Boy, here’s a recording of the that song, America’s first platinum recording.Al JolsonAlso in Japan is the term SONY BOY.