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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Pennies from Heaven!
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Pennies from Heaven!

Artifact ID1973.10286.2
Object Type Cartoon Drawing
Artist (1897 - 1986)
Gifter
Medium Ink and grease pencil on drawing paper
DimensionsOverall H 15 in x W 13 7/8 in (38.1 cm x 35.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. A man (identifiable as Barry Goldwater) stands near a box of money ("Goldbrickers for Goldwater") and a piggy bank ("Sound Economic Policy"). He says, "They can't have this Indian Head! If they're giving this country back to the Indians it may be worth something someday!". Caption: “Pennies from Heaven!”. Additional text at upper right: “Give ‘till it hurts! Republican campaign contributions!”. Artist signature lower center: "Chuck Thorndike”.
Historical NoteBarry Goldwater's economic platform included supporting the free market with minimal government involvement.
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.
Person Referenced Barry Goldwater (United States, 1909 - 1998)
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