Checker Taxi
Chicago, Illinois

Maker: Lion Match Co. New York NY  (Matchcover Collector: Taxi & Cabs)

During the early 20's in Chicago Checker Taxi and Yellow Cab were involved in a bloody shooting war but things were somewhat more peaceful by the time of this matchbook, probably around 1930.

Red, White and Blue Cabs
Chicago, Illinois

Maker: Lion Match Co. Inc. Chicago IL  (Ebay: Matchbook Album Store)

Typical of many cab companies focused on a local market, there is no mention of Chicago in this matchbook ad. The tipoff is Chicago's unique Bittersweet telephone exchange.