If He Makes It the Giants Could Use Him!
Artifact ID1973.1.2455
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
John Milt Morris
Gifter
John Milt Morris
Publisher
Associated Press
(founded 1846)
Date
ca. September 1967
Medium
Ink and grease pencil on drawing paper
DimensionsOverall H 14 in x W 12 1/4 in (35.6 cm x 31.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. LBJ, a football player, is ready to pass a football ("1968"). He is surrounded by huge opponents ("High Spending Programs”, “Viet War”, “Tax Rise”, “Inflation”, and “Living Costs"). Caption: “If He Makes It the Giants Could Use Him!”. Artist signature lower left: "Morris."
Inscriptions and MarkingsHandwritten at lower right: [blue] "To President Johnson - John Milt Morris".
Historical NoteThe Johnson administration, led by President Lyndon B. Johnson from 1963 to 1969, is known for its ambitious domestic agenda, particularly the Great Society program, and its significant role in the Vietnam War and other international affairs. President Johnson’s approval ratings were very high at the start of his presidency, but by 1967-1968, his approval ratings declined due to the Vietnam War.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 B Johnson Presidential Library 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 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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