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Gift of John B. Toomey Jr. and James L. Dwire, 2026.5.1, Connecticut Museum of Culture and Hist…
Matchbook
Gift of John B. Toomey Jr. and James L. Dwire, 2026.5.1, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, Copyright Not Evaluated

Matchbook

DistributorDistributed by G. Fox and Co. American, 1847 - 1993
ManufacturerManufactured by Columbia Match Co. American, 1938 - 1985
Datec. 1970-1980
Mediumpaper, printed ink, staple
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width, closed): 2 × 1 1/2in. (5.1 × 3.8cm)
Other (overall height x width, open): 3 3/4 × 1 1/2in. (9.5 × 3.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of John B. Toomey Jr. and James L. Dwire
DescriptionA matchbook advertising the G. Fox & Co. Pharmacy. It has a brown background with white text.

Printed on front: "G. FOX & CO. / PHARMACY / medical building / 75 jefferson street / hartford, conn. / STRIKE ON THE BACK COVER"

Printed on back: "Prescriptions / COSMETICS / SUNDRIES / CANDIES / DRUGS / GREETING CARDS / GIFT ITEMS / LIQUORS / TOBACCOS"

Printed on top: "Phone 246-1608"

Printed on bottom: "COLUMBIA MATCH CO. CLEVELAND 21, OHIO U.S.A."
Object number2026.5.1
Subject Terms
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    • G. Fox & Co.
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