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Vintage matchbook cover advertising A. J. B. Sportland Billiards in Tyrone, Pennsylvania, featuring a mid-century aesthetic and local Americana charm. The inner panel showcases a vibrant pin-up style illustration by artist Gil Elvgren titled "One For The Books," depicting a woman on a ladder. The reverse side includes a classic graphic of two men playing pool with the slogan "Play Pool & Billiards It's Healthful!" Manufactured by the Superior Match Co. of Chicago, this 1944 ephemera piece serves as a nostalgic glimpse into World War II era leisure and advertising art. Perfect for collectors of Pennsylvania history, billiards memorabilia, or vintage pin-up illustrations.