Vintage advertising matchbook cover featuring the classic pin-up illustration titled Beautiful Take-Off.
This original mid-century matchbook cover was issued for Eddie Umphlett Service Station & Grocery, advertising Texaco gas, oil, and auto accessories. The business was located three miles north of Elizabeth City, North Carolina along U.S. Highway No. 17.
Business details shown on cover:
Eddie Umphlett Proprietor
Service Station & Grocery
Cold Drinks and Ice Cream
Texaco Gas and Oil
U.S. Highway No. 17
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Phone: Holly 09W3
The cover was produced by Maryland Match Company of Baltimore, Maryland and features a colorful mid-century pin-up design that was commonly used across regional advertising covers of the era.
Condition:
Cover only. No matches included. Light age wear consistent with vintage paper items.
- Size:
- Standard
