Bert's Garage - Mayo MD

Vintage advertising matchbook cover produced by Maryland Match of Baltimore, Maryland.

This matchbook features a colorful mid-century pin-up illustration titled Ship Shape, depicting a sailor-themed pin-up figure in a playful nautical pose. This is a well-known pin-up design used on American matchbooks of the era.

The advertising panel promotes Bert’s Garage, offering general auto and truck repair services including greasing, oiling, tire repairs, and battery service. The business was located in Mayo, Maryland and uses the slogan Service Is What We Give.

Details:

• Manufacturer: Maryland Match, Baltimore, MD
• Advertising business: Bert’s Garage
• Location: Mayo, Maryland
• Services advertised: Auto and truck repairs, tires, battery service
• Pin-up illustration: Ship Shape
• Era: Mid-20th century
• Format: Folded matchbook cover

Original vintage advertising ephemera combining classic pin-up artwork with Maryland automotive service history.