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© Providence Journal. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
© Providence Journal. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
"When The Blough Breaks" Cartoon
© Providence Journal. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

"When The Blough Breaks" Cartoon

Artifact IDMO 2024.1.46.5
Object Type Editorial Cartoon
Date April 15, 1962
Artist (Cartoonist for the Providence Journal, American 1912-1981)
Medium Ink on board
DimensionsOverall H 12 1/2 in x W 15 1/2 in (31.8 cm x 39.4 cm)

Physical DescriptionCartoon drawing of a baby in a cradle, "Big Steel Irresponsibility" sits at the end of a tree branch, "$6 A Ton Price Boost", that is about to break off from the tree. Caption reads: "When The Blough Breaks"
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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
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