Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
I'm Sorry Sir, It's Become Standard Equipment Again
Artifact ID1966.64.272
Object Type
Cartoon Print
Artist
William (Bill) Mauldin
(1921 - 2003)
Publisher
Chicago Sun-Times
()
Gifter
William (Bill) Mauldin
Medium
Paper
DimensionsOverall H 13 1/2 in x W 11 in (34.3 cm x 27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionPrint reproduction of cartoon drawing. At a car lot, a man looks down as the spare tire ("Excise Tax") on the back of a car. The car salesman holds a pad of paper and speaks to him. Caption reads: "I'm Sorry Sir, It's Become Standard Equipment Again". Artist signature lower right: "© 1966 Mauldin Chicago Sun-Times".
Historical NoteExcise taxes are taxes on the purchase of specific goods and services. In June 1965, President Johnson signed a law decreasing excise taxes.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to President Johnson during his term in office. It was received by President Johnson personally, until the President donated it to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum in 1970.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 189698395)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction Note© Chicago Sun-Times, 1966
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Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum. The LBJ Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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