1946 Farmers Were Honest About Tax Exempt Gasoline

The relationship between the government and individuals expanded during and after WWII as tax policy addressed concerns and fairness.

I recall mentioning "tractor gas" as different from car gas and being asked the difference. Farmers were strict about making sure they didn't abuse the tax refund on gas used in tractors. They kept records on the mileage driven by "road" vehicles.

My father was really strict about, though when I went off to college and he didn't track the mileage on my car anymore... And, well, that "tractor" gas burned just fine whenever I arrived home with a low tank.