1988.394.18; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Hey, You're Running the Wrong Way
Artifact ID1988.394.18
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
William (Bill) E. Roberts
(American, 1914 - 1978)
Date
09/13/1974
Medium
paper, ink, pencil
DimensionsOverall L 17 1/2 in x W 11 1/2 in (29.2 cm x 44.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionOriginal drawing for a political cartoon depicts President Gerald R. Ford playing football on a field. His shoulderpad is lettered "'76", and holds a ball lettered "Nixon Pardon" as he runs past a goalpost. His team members are huddled at center field; one player with jersey lettered "Public Trust" shouts towards the President. Caption "Hey, You're runing the wrong way." "Roberts" in ink lower right. "9-13-74" hand-lettered in ink, lower right.
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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