Grandma's Pantry Civil Defense display, ca. 1957
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Maine Historical Society
The Maine Civil Defense and Public Safety Department used numerous methods to reach Mainers about the danger and about preparedness.
Some of the techniques mirrored those used nationally.
Grandma's Pantry was an effort in Maine and other states to insure that women stocked appropriate food and beverages.
Some of the publicity stated, "...when Grandpa announced, 'Pack up. We're moving west,' Grandma put a portion of her pantry on the wagon, and was ready."
The program suggested that women have a three-day survival kit in the trunk of the car, ready for possible evacuation. Other Grandma's promotions urged a seven-day supply.
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