Matchbook
Object number2015.107.11
MediumPaper/Metal/Ink
Credit LineIn memory of Edward J. Reis
DescriptionWestinghouse Appliances matchbook. Paperboard cover is green with blue, orange, and white text and decoration. Twenty (20) matches with blue heads intact inside.Dimensions1.938 x 1.5 x 0.375 in. (4.9 x 3.8 x 1 cm)InscriptionsPaperboard cover has green with blue, orange, and white advertising text and decoration.
On the front is a circle at center with a "W" at center and "WESTINGHOUSE" around the perimeter; below the circle is text "APPLIANCES / CLOSE COVER BEFORE STRIKING".
On top edge is blue text "There's a life / to Living Electrically".
On the back is blue and orange text "You can be SURE...if it's / Westinghouse".
Interior has white text "FOR / Everything Electrical / LOOK TO / Westinghouse / REFRIGERATORS / HOME FREEZERS / RANGES / LAUNDROMATS / CLOTHES DRYERS / WATER HEATERS / KITCHEN CABINETS / WASTE-AWAYS / ELECTRIC SINKS / ROASTERS / FANS / VACUUM CLEANERS / IRONS / FOOD MIXERS / TABLE APPLIANCES / CONVENIENCE APPLIANCES / ELECTRIC COMFORTER / ELECTRIC SHEET".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of Westinghouse-related material collected by Ed Reis.
Previous owner
Edward J. Reis
Related institution
Westinghouse
Subjects
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Maryland Match
Superior Match Company
Universal Match Corporation
Lion Match Company, Inc.
Universal Match Corporation
1983