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 © Walt Ditzen. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
© Walt Ditzen. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
"Fan Fare" Cartoon
© Walt Ditzen. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

"Fan Fare" Cartoon

Artifact IDMO 2024.1.29
Object Type Editorial Cartoon
Date April 10, 1961
Artist (Cartoonist, American, 1913 - 1973)
Medium Ink on paper
DimensionsOverall H 8 in x W 11 in (20.3 cm x 27.9 cm)

Physical DescriptionA three panel cartoon, "Fan Fare". 1) Baseball manager, "MGR" speaks to John F. Kennedy in the stands, "Well, here we go, just startin' out - " 2) "MGR" continues, "- I guess we're sort of in the same boat" JFK replies "Not exactly - " 3) JFK holds baseball in hand and continues "I've got a four year contract!"
Inscribed "To JFK - It Never Hurts To Have A Little Speech Ready - Walt Ditzen '61"

Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy. It was held by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Archives until it was transferred to the Museum Collection in 2024.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction Note© Walt Ditzen. Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these 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.
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