Matchbook
Object number2018.59.2
MediumPaperboard; Fabric; Metal
Credit LineGift of Lynne M. Jacobson
DescriptionPaperboard matchbook covered in off-white fabric. Front flap has pink text with large decorative "J" at center flanked by two first names. Dark brown strike strip is abraded. Metal staple through bottom of matchbook. Interior is off-white paperboard. Matches are not intact with only stubs remaining inside.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 2 x 2 x 0.375 in. (5.1 x 5.1 x 1 cm)InscriptionsFront flap has pink text "Lynne J Blair".
Historical NotesMatchbook from the wedding of Lynne Swartz and Blair Jacobson. Lynne Swartz Jacobson was raised in Squirrel Hill, attended Taylor Allderdice High School, and has been involved in civic and Jewish communal activities for most of her life. She is a second-generation Taylor Allderdice graduate and has overseen reunion activities for the Class of 1961 since the 10th anniversary in 1971. She married Blair Jacobson, who also grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Taylor Allderdice.
Previous owner
Lynne M. Jacobson
Related institution
Taylor Allderdice High School
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