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Piggy Politician
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Black on white cartoon head of a pig wearing hat, spectacles, moustache, and coat and tie. Written on the side in large red an dblack letters the text reads: "Never!! Have so many done so much for so few. Pay your taxes • Lower your standard of living."
Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991
Publication Information
| Creator | Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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Collection Information
| Source Collection | Sid Boyum collection, circa 1900-2018 (bulk 1950-1980) |
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Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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