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Flamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gamingRelated Patent Categories: Amusement Devices: Games, Chance DevicesFlamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gaming description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060033265, Flamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gaming. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention is generally related to gaming (e.g., raffles). The present invention is also related to matchbooks matches and match sticks used as a printable medium for advertising purposes. More particularly, the present invention is related to particular gaming methods utilizing surfaces of match-related mediums (matchbooks, matchboxes, matches/splints and matchsticks) for printed game-related indicia, artwork, instructions and advertising. BACKGROUND [0002] The following United States patents are herein incorporated by reference. U.S. Pat. No. 1,728,509 entitled "Match book," issued to Rahe; U.S. Pat. No. 1,885,076 entitled "Advertising Novelty," issued to Bustamante; U.S. Pat. No. 2,105,842 entitled "Safety Match Packet," issued to Pindell; U.S. Pat. No. 2,157,740 entitled "Commercial Package," issued to Quinlan; U.S. Pat. No. 2,254,545 entitled, "Match Book," issued to Roberts; and U.S. Pat. No. 6,042,113 entitled Handheld Matchbook-simulating Games and Gifts," issued to Walker. [0003] Matchbooks have been utilized for advertising and gaming purposes. The incorporated patents are examples of how matchbooks and splints are used as printable mediums. Roberts in particular was issued in 1941 and describes use of a matchbook and splints to represent "poker hands." The poker hands are normally concealed from view so that persons acquiring the match books can compare their relative "hands" with another player after breaking the seals and thereby simulate poker gaming or some other game depending upon the character of the representations. The Walker patent which was issued in 2000, 59 years after Roberts, is a more recent example of another game that utilizes a common match book to carry out its entertainment medium. [0004] Matchbooks are still in wide use as a giveaway at public establishments, such as casinos, restaurants and lounges. Advertising is conducted using matchbooks and matchstick carriers. A matchbook or match stick holder is effective as an advertising medium because it is typically retained by the user for longer periods of time than a flyer or brochure; therefore any message imprinted on the match book or match box is repeatedly read by the user. [0005] The present inventor believes that lottery gaming and other casino-related games can be played using match sticks, match splints, matchbooks and matchboxes as the gaming medium; whether the match-related gaming is for actual profit, or just for entertainment and advertising purposes. If such medium were used for gaming, the user would benefit from further use of the gaming medium even if the game has expired. Advertising can accompany the game so that additional revenue can be generated from sponsors by state-managed games or casinos utilizing match holders for their over-the-counter gaming. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0006] Accordingly, it is a feature of the present invention to provide a new medium for raffles gaming and other casino-related games to be played. [0007] In accordance with unique feature of the present invention, match sticks, match splints, matchbooks and matchboxes are utilized as the medium for carrying out fundraising raffles. [0008] In accordance with features of the invention, match-related media can be used whether the match-related gaming is for actual profit, or just for entertainment and advertising purposes. If such medium were used for gaming, the user can benefit from further use of the gaming medium even if the game has expired. [0009] In accordance with another feature of the present invention, advertising can accompany the game so that additional revenue can be generated from sponsors by state-managed games or casinos utilizing match holders for their over-the-counter gaming. [0010] In accordance with yet another feature of the present invention, inside surfaces of a matchbook are printed with gaming instructions, control numbers, serial numbers, winning outcome legends, and prize notifications. [0011] In accordance with yet another feature of the present invention, games including non-profit and for-profit raffles are played on the match-related medium. BRIEF DESCIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0012] FIG. 1 (labeled prior art) illustrates a front view of the entire exterior surface of a prior art matchbook. [0013] FIG. 2 (labeled prior art) illustrates an inside view of a prior art matchbook. [0014] FIG. 3 (labeled prior art) illustrates a front view of a prior art match splint panel. [0015] FIG. 4 (labeled prior art) illustrates a side view of a prior art matchbook fully closed. [0016] FIG. 5 (labeled prior art) illustrates a perspective view of a prior art matchbook partially opened. [0017] FIG. 6 (labeled prior art) illustrates a perspective view of a matchstick [0018] FIG. 7 (labeled prior art) illustrates a perspective view of a matchbox and matchstick carrier. [0019] FIG. 8 (labeled prior art) illustrates a perspective view of a cylindrical matchstick carrier and end cap. [0020] FIG. 9 illustrates a front view of a matchbook in accordance with features of the present invention. Continue reading about Flamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gaming... Full patent description for Flamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gaming Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Flamable matches as printable medium for raffle-related gaming patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. 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