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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
So, In keeping with our flexible press conference format...
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

So, In keeping with our flexible press conference format...

Artifact ID1965.28.34
Object Type Cartoon Drawing
Artist (United States, 1932 - 2015)
Publisher ()
Gifter
Medium Pencil on typing paper
DimensionsOverall (Matte) H 14 in x W 11 in (35.6 cm x 27.9 cm )
 Other (Cartoon) H 11 in x W 8 1/2 in (27.9 cm x 21.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. A pajama-clad LBJ has a soapy face and is holding a razor while speaking to a group of four men. Caption reads: "...So, In Keeping with Our Flexible Press Conference Format..." Artist signature lower left: "Jim Berry NEA." Printed in upper left: "BERRY'S WORLD".
Inscriptions and MarkingsHandwritten across bottom on mat: "Best wishes, Mr. President - Jim Berry"
Historical NoteLyndon Johnson was known for having press interviews while in the bathroom.
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, until the President donated it to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum in 1973.
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 NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Lyndon Johnson Presidential Library and Museum. The Lyndon Johnson Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these 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.
Person Referenced Lyndon Baines Johnson (United States, 1908 - 1973)
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