Rippowam Grill Matchbook, Stamford, Connecticut, 1940-1949

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Artifact Overview

Cigarette smoking was commonplace during the mid-20th century, and free matchbooks for customers promised free advertising. According to this matchbook cover, The Rippowam Grill, in Stamford, Connecticut, was located on the Boston Post Road--an early route from Boston through Connecticut. The Grill featured both counter and booth service, as well as parking. And it was always open!

Artifact Details

Artifact

Matchbook

Date Made

1940-1949

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2019.72.293

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Richard J.S. Gutman Diner Collection.

Material

Ink
Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 4.5 in
Width: 1.5 in

Rippowam Grill Matchbook, Stamford, Connecticut, 1940-1949