Salvage drive for war effort

In 1941, at the request of the federal government, Hamilton began to collect bones, fats and greases from householders. All the money made from the sale of this collection (after expenses were deducted) was to be donated to some war charity.

Glycerine, which is an essential component of cordite (an explosive) can be derived from fats and greases. The meat shortages during the early 40's meant less fat was being salvaged. Therefore, Hamiltonians were encouraged to save fat and grease so that it could be used in the war effort.

Pictured here, the Flying Tigers did their part to help by collecting fat and bones.

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