Freer Cafe Matchbook, circa 1942
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Artifact Overview
Patriotic themes could be found on many everyday objects during the Second World War. This matchbook depicts the Statue of Liberty and reminded Americans about their commitment to the war effort.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Matchbook
Date Made
circa 1942
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
2010.98.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Lisa Korzetz.
Material
Cardboard
Color
Blue
Yellow (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 2.125 in
Width: 1.5 in
Inscriptions
Printed on obverse: "WE SHALL NOT FAIL HER" / MADE IN U.S.A
Printed on reverse: FREER / CAFE / 7355 MICHIGAN AVE. / DETROIT 10, MICH. / PHONE VI 2-9422 / CLOSE COVER BEFORE STRIKING / MATCH CORP. OF AMERICA. CHICAGO
On exterior top edge: BEER / LIQUORS / WINES
Printed on interior: FOR VICTORY / BUY / UNITED / STATES / WAR / BONDS / AND STAMPS / ON SALE AT YOUR POST OFFICE OR BANK
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