Matchbook
Object number2013.24.8
Manufacturer
Universal Match Corporation
Date1949
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumCardboard; Ink
Credit LineGift of Dorothy McClelland
DescriptionFlattened, gold matchbook with blue lettering. On the front is political message with image of donkey and matchbook operating instructions. On the other side of the matchbook (inside) is a headshot of a man with name and position below. No matches are inside.Dimensions0.125 x 1.5 x 3.875 in. (0.3 x 3.8 x 9.8 cm)InscriptionsOn the front reads: "RE-ELECT / DR. WILLIAM D. / McCLELLAND / CORONER [image of donkey] / of ALLEGHENY COUNTY / Close Cover Before Striking".
On top edge: "VOTE STRAIGHT DEMOCRATIC / NOV. 8 , 1949"
On back in cursive: "Again, I pledge a / Continuation of / Sympathetic Understanding, / Courteous Cooperation / and / Efficient Service / As your Coroner, / William D. McClelland"
On the other side of the matchbook (inside) is a headshot of a man and below it reads: "Dr. William D. McClelland / CORONER / OF / ALLEGHENY COUNTY".
MarksOn back along bottom edge: "Universal Match Corp., Pittsburgh".
Historical NotesPart of a collection belonging to William D. McClelland, Sr.
Related institution
Democratic Party
Previous owner
Dr. William D. McClelland Sr.
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