1988.394.47; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Whew!!
Artifact ID1988.394.47
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
William (Bill) E. Roberts
(American, 1914 - 1978)
Date
05/16/1975
Medium
paper, ink, pencil
DimensionsOverall H 11 3/4 in x W 17 3/4 in (29.8 cm x 45.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionOriginal drawing for a political cartoon depicts President Gerald R. Ford sitting at his desk in the Oval Office. He wipes sweat from his face as he holds a piece of paper that reads 'Mayaguez Incident." A "GOP" elephant looming behind him holds a fan lettered " '76" as it wipes sweat from its face. Hand-lettered title/caption: "Whew!!".Signed "Roberts" in lower left; "5-16-75" hand-lettered in ballpoint ink below
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was donated by a member of the general public to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum circa 1980s.
Credit LineGift of Marguerite Roberts
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status
Restricted – Possibly
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