Original Item: Only One Available. The United States Food Administration (1917–1920) was an independent Federal agency that controlled the production, distribution and conservation of food in the U.S. during the nation's participation in World War I. It was established to prevent monopolies and hoarding, and to maintain government control of foods through voluntary agreements and licensing. The agency was established by Executive Order 2679-A of August 10, 1917, pursuant to the Food and Fuel Control Act, and was abolished by Executive Order 3320 on August 21, 1920. Herbert Hoover was appointed to serve as Food Administrator.

One of the agency's important tasks was the stabilization of the price of wheat on the U.S. market. Concepts such as "meatless Mondays" and "wheatless Wednesdays" were also implemented to help ration food, so that the government could prioritize the war effort.

Branches of the United States Food Administration were set up in all states as well as Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. The agency had broad powers but few mechanisms for enforcement of its policies. It relied largely upon patriotic appeals and voluntary compliance in the formal absence of rationing.

This lovely poster shows a sketch of American Doughboys crouched over in a trench looking through what appears to be a periscope looking out into “No Man’s Land”. The colors used are various shades of blues, oranges and black which all complement each other very well on the light tan background. The main body has the following message:

fats are fuel
for fighters

bake - boil - and broil
more --------- fry less
United States Food Administration

Unfortunately the lower right corner is torn away and missing, leaving the last part of the manufacturer name missing. The poster was printed by The W.F. Powers Co. [Litho N.Y.].

Besides the corner missing the condition is very nice with a clear image and message. Measures 21”W x 11”H and comes more than ready for further research and display!