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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Another Hat in the Ring
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Another Hat in the Ring

Artifact ID1973.1.23
Artist (United States, 1912 - 1981)
Publisher (founded 1829)
Date ca. October 1959
Medium Ink and developer on Craftint paper
DimensionsOverall H 12 in x W 17 1/2 in (30.5 cm x 44.5 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. A man (“Rayburn”) points to a giant hat ("Lyndon Johnson's Candidacy"), and says, "And that means BIG, son!". Caption: “Another Hat in the Ring”. Artist signature lower left: "B. Green”.
Inscriptions and MarkingsHandwritten at lower right: [blue] “Journal Tues” “20 Oct 59”.
Historical NoteIn 1960, Johnson ran for the Democratic nomination for president. His legislative resume made him a competitive candidate, and he had the backing of his friend and mentor Sam Rayburn, the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
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
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.
Person Referenced Sam Rayburn (United States, 1882 - 1961)
Person Referenced Lyndon Baines Johnson (United States, 1908 - 1973)
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