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Grouping of Female ARP Warden Ephemera, Glamorgan/Monmouthshire

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Grouping of Female ARP Warden Ephemera, Glamorgan/MonmouthshireAn interesting grouping of papers and other items belongning to a Mrs Ester Caroline Matthews of 4 Church Street, Machen near Caerphilly in Monmouthshire. Grouping comprises; 1. A post war ration booked holder, with the name Matthews clearly visible in pencil. Post 1952, a gift from Tate and Lyle, stating "The Ration Book Holder is presented with the compliments of Tate & Lyle Ltd. in the sincere hope that it will soon become unnecessary because SUGAR

An interesting grouping of papers and other items belongning to a Mrs Ester Caroline Matthews of 4 Church Street, Machen near Caerphilly in Monmouthshire. Grouping comprises;

1. A post-war ration booked holder, with the name Matthews clearly visible in pencil. Post 1952, a gift from Tate and Lyle, stating "The Ration Book Holder is presented with the compliments of Tate & Lyle Ltd. in the sincere hope that it will soon become unnecessary because SUGAR RATIONING CAN END...", Mrs Matthews is living at 13 Sunnybank, Machen.

2. A George V era National Registration identity Card, also showing 13 Sunnybank.

3. A card from Monmouthshire Constabulary confirming Mrs Ester Caroline Matthews was appointed an ARP warden on 10 June 1941.

4. A slip from Glamorgan County Council dated 4 June 1945 confirming her release due to the disbandment of the service (gives appointment dated as 6 June 1941). She was living at 4 Church Street, Machen.

5. ARP Warden pin back badge, 925 sterling silver with hallmarks for London 1938 (the first runs of the ARP badge were 1936 for the various Air Raid Precautions units in operation at the time).

6. A "Civil Defence" arm band (referring to the ARP being re-named to the Civil Defence Service. Appears to be a cotton twill, stamped V inside.

7. A pair of printed "Warden" shoulder titles, remains of stitching from being attached to a uniform.

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★★★★★ 5
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These plastic spoons are sturdier than most disposables I've tried, holding up well to both hot soup and frozen desserts without bending. The pack of 100 means I always have plenty on hand for home meals, lunches and picnics, and the clear design looks nicer than flimsy white utensils. I appreciate that they are safe to use and made from food-grade, BPA-free plastic. While the handles are hollow, they've been strong enough for cereal, yogurt and everyday use. They provide great value for the price and save me from washing dishes.
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Size: Large Pack
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Cheap way to get dog food out of can in a hurry
Size: Large Pack
I use for dipping out canned cat and dog food. Work perfect. Very durable. Great for in a hurry and dont have tome to rinse their spoon.
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Donna
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★★★★★ 5
Will repurchase
Size: Large Pack
Sturdy. Cost efficient. Look nice. These are thicker and larger than many disposable utensils.
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★★★★★ 5
Surprisingly sturdy at 3¢ each, better than expected for a large 1,000-count bulk spoon box 🥄📦
📝 Summary For about 3 cents per spoon, I expected these to be extremely flimsy. They are still disposable plastic spoons, but they are stronger than I expected and a very solid value for a 1,000-count box. ✅ Pros    • Very low cost per spoon.    • Stiffer than many bargain disposable spoons.    • Reinforced shape helps the handle resist bending.    • Useful for parties, lunches, quick meals, and everyday convenience.    • Serious value for the money if you use disposable utensils often. ⚠️ Cons    • Not as sturdy as metal utensils or thick premium plastic spoons.    • Still disposable, so the waste tradeoff is worth thinking about.    • Hard frozen foods may still need a little care. 🥄 Review At this price per spoon, I expected these to feel like the cheapest, flimsiest spoons possible. They actually surprised me. The design helps a lot. The handle has a shaped, reinforced feel, and the spoon does not bend as easily as many low-cost disposable spoons I have used. It is not metal-spoon sturdy, and it is not the same as a thick premium plastic spoon, but it is definitely better than I expected for the price. For normal meals, snacks, lunches, parties, and quick cleanups, these are completely practical. They could even handle softer ice cream with a little effort, which is more than I can say for some thin disposable spoons that fold almost immediately. The main selling point is the value. A 1,000-count box at this price makes sense if you want disposable spoons around the house or for gatherings. There is still the environmental side to consider, but from a convenience and cost standpoint, these are a strong buy. 💡 Quick tips    • Good for parties, lunch bags, office kitchens, crafts, and pet-food scooping.    • Keep some in a car, picnic bin, pantry, or emergency kit.    • For hard ice cream, let it soften slightly first. 🧑‍🍳 My take I bought these expecting very basic spoons, but they are better than that. They are not fancy, but they are sturdy enough, useful, and priced very well for how many you get. I would buy them again.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026

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