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Richards Family Ration Books collection

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: ARCHS-102

Scope and Contents

This collection comprises of World War II era ration books from a local Augusta family, the Richards. Each booklet contains the health and general information about each member of the family, as well as a guide of how to use the war ration stamps at stores.

Dates

  • Acquired: 00/12/1983
  • Created: 1939-1945

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions; Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Augusta Richmond County Historical Society is the owner of the physical collection and makes reproductions available for research purposes only. Materials within the collection are subject to the copyright law of the United States and item condition. The Augusta Richmond County Historical Society may or may not own the rights to materials in the collection. It is the researcher's responsibility to verify copyright ownership and obtain permission from the copyright holder before publication, reproduction, or display of the materials beyond what is reasonable under copyright law. Researchers may quote selections from the collection under the fair use provision of copyright law.

Extent

1.00 folders

Language

English

Overview

A collection of World War II-era ration books from the Richards family.

Custodial History

Rehoused by Aaron Hayes

Method of Acquisition

This material was acquired by the Augusta Richmond County Historical Society in December of 1983. Acc# 1983.51

Title
Richards Family Ration Books collection
Subtitle
A Guide to the Collection
Status
In Progress
Author
Aaron Hayes
Date
2026-10-12
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
eng

Revision Statements

  • 2026-10-12: Finding aid rewritten to reflect current description standards.

Repository Details

Part of the Reese Library Archives Repository

Contact:
2500 Walton Way
Augusta GA 30904 US
706-667-4904