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Title
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SC208 S. J. Ray Collection Finding Aid
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Description
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This collection contains original artwork and other materials relating to S. J. Ray, who worked as editorial cartoonist for The Kansas City Star from 1931 to 1963. Ray’s cartoons depict a wide array of historical figures and events, including New Deal politics, World War II, and the Cold War.
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Date
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1921/2005
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Object Type
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Finding Aid
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Title
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The Real Lawbreaker
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Description
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Political cartoon entitled "The Real Lawbreaker." A warrior representing the Pendergast Machine is seen standing above Kansas City preparing to smash a tablet labeled Secret Ballot. The weapons at the figure's feet are labeled Power and Protection. Other tablets labeled Rights of Individuals, Public Welfare, and Police Protection can be seen.
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Date
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1930~
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Object Type
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Artwork
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Title
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The Boss
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Description
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Political cartoon entitled "The Boss." The octopus, representing the Pendergast Machine, is labeled: corruption, gambling, vice, violence, murder, kidnapping, intimidation, dishonest officials, and racketeering.
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Date
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1930~
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Object Type
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Artwork
