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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Emily and Mabel Picket the White House...
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Emily and Mabel Picket the White House...

Artifact ID1966.64.4
Date ca. April 1966
Medium Ink on stationery
DimensionsOverall H 11 in x W 8 1/2 in (27.9 cm x 21.6 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. The drawing is on the artist's letterhead. Two ladies smile as they carry signs: "The cartoon has played an important role in American art - Historically Socially and Artistically!" "Mr. President - won't you please support the National Center of the Cartoon and Graphic Arts?" Caption reads: "Emily and Mabel Picket the White House for a Really Great Cause!". Artist signature lower left: "Emidio Angelo N.C.S.".
Historical NoteDuring Lyndon Johnson’s presidency, several cartoonists sent him letters urging him to establish a National Cartoon Center, a museum of political cartoons, comic books, newspaper comics, animation, and other cartoons. No permanent museum was ever established, but a few exhibits were produced by a Museum of Graphic Arts in New York City in 1968.
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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
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Person Referenced Lyndon Baines Johnson (United States, 1908 - 1973)
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