Shovel Tag [for "Tag-Your-Shovel Day"] [World War 1 era]

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Published by U. S. Fuel Administration, 1918

About this Item

This is a World War 1 era tag issued by the U. S. Fuel Administration for "Tag-Your-Shovel Day", held January 30, 1918. This is an actual tag intended to be attached to a shovel - not the poster announcing the event. It was intended to be attached to your coal shovel as a reminder to conserve coal as part of the war effort. The front of the tag states: "Save that Shovelful of Coal a day for Uncle Sam". The rear has a list of hints on conserving coal. (see image) One of these hints unfortunately advises wrapping your furnace and pipes with asbestos - which of course didn't turn out to be such great advice. The tag size is 2-3/8" x 4-"3/4. The tag appears to be age-toned, but it is very clean - with no markings or creases. ; 2-3/8 x 4-3/4".

Seller Inventory # 59491

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Shovel Tag [for "Tag-Your-Shovel Day"] [World War 1 era]
• Publisher: U. S. Fuel Administration
• Publication Date: 1918
• Binding: Ephemera
• Condition: Very Good+
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket