[Toby Tyler resting arms in profile]
"Sketch for Toby Tyler" handwritten notation on mat. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
A question of labor. : This question is from first to last, from the b...
"American labor pays war taxes on all these articles for the sole benefit of Trust, Monopoly & Co."; "Imported, Duty Free, by Trust, Monopoly & Co. to compete with American labor" on sign under laborer. Title o... More
The forge - Drawing. Public domain image.
Image blemish on digital file is not on actual item. (DLC/PP-1933:0034). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Moving of a Modern Caravan" by Albert Lee, Harp... More
This is where your Uncle Sam stops to think
On signs: "New short-cut tariff road"; "Old straight highway"; "New trail to Armageddon." On rock: "Prosperity." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Publis... More
My art is not appreciated in America
"Calamity" on trombone. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 6, 1915, p. 5.
Pirates and privateers no longer exist--von Jagow
"Von Tirpitz" on sword. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Feb. 23, 1916, p. 10.
The strangest of infatuations - Drawing. Public domain image.
Lamb, "The Pacifists," standing next to wolf (Germany) dressed as German military officer. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Heral... More
The Pershing "punitive" expedition : well named
Man, dressed in Mexican attire (probably Pancho Villa) labeled "Villa, dead or alive," looking at soldier (probably John Pershing) tied to a cactus, with volcano in background. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of... More
Good-bye to the colliery - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Goodbye to the miners, chapt. 20 & last" verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0029). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Derrick Sterling" by Kirk Munroe, Harper's young people... More
Lo, the fell monster with the deadly sting who passes mountains, break...
"Italy" on statue of Dante; dragon with German helmet possibly representing Austro-German army at the Battle of Caporetto. Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Li... More
To make America safe for Democracy
Uncle Sam in soldier's uniform with gun, "U.S. Army," aimed at Russian men with sticks and flags: "I.W.W.," "Red," and "Soviet gov't for U.S." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration... More
[Jewish man with both arms extended]
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Now for a round-up / W.A. Rogers.
Drawing shows Uncle Sam rounding-up men labeled "Spy," "Traitor," "IWW," "Germ[an] money," and "Sinn Fein" with the United States Capitol in the background displaying a flag that states "Sedition law passed" re... More
Desecration of our national parks--A scene that may be witnessed if th...
Men gesturing to tourist to encourage him to ride in their company's carriage. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 27, (1883 Jan. 20), p. 47.
The Cars as they will be on the Brooklyn Bridge / drawn by Harry Ogden...
Drawing showing train and horse-drawn wagons on the Brooklyn Bridge; and drawing showing woman getting dog at dog pound. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1883 June 16, p. 380.
An exterior view. Book illustration from Library of Congress
Title on verso. Variant title on verso: Pa. miners: a miner's home. (DLC/PP-1932:0029). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Pennsylvania Wage Earners," Harper's... More
[Jewish man with hand out] - Drawing. Public domain image.
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
The torch that fires the opening gun
Woman draped in American flag lighting cannon with Statue of Liberty torch; "Fourth Liberty loan" in smoke. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published i... More
Seventy to your eighteen, Bill!
Uncle Sam showing fish catch of "Dutch ships" to German military officer, possibly William II, sitting on opposite shore with fishing pole and few ships. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American i... More
A little practical railroading - Drawing. Public domain image.
Roosevelt with "rate bill" on top of Reprublican party elephant, which is facing man labeled "Allison" (possibly Senator William Boyd Allison), who is standing under arch, "full court review." Title on verso. (... More
From one who knows: don't get too biggetty, Mr. Bear
Bull in window watching lamb give "sure tip" note to bear; "Wall Street" under window. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, F... More
The new intensive Kultur / W.A. Rogers.
Uncle Sam near the U.S. Capitol, walking around helmets labeled "bomb maker," "spy," "passport forger," representing the german spy system. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (L... More
Who shall rule--man or beast? / W.A. Rogers.
Allied powers "England," "France" (Joan of Arc), and "America" (Uncle Sam) attacking approaching mammoth (Germany) with spears. Copyright by New York Herald Company. Variant title on verso: The only issue. (DLC... More
On the margin of the sea - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Sure tip by the sand sculptor" written in sand. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, June 28, 1909.
The old year's legacy to the new
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Life, 18:396-397 (Dec. 31, 1891).
The Arab (Turkish) colony in New York City / W.A. Rogers.
People on sidewalk. Title on verso. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). BAR updated record 1989-1994.
The Arab (Turkish) colony in New York City / W.A. Rogers.
People on sidewalk. Title on verso. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). BAR updated record 1989-1994.
[Jewish man with both arms extended]
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Now will you be good? - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Broadway, the great blue way" on wall. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 15, 1908, p. 3.
Late election returns - Drawing. Public domain image.
Roosevelt leading "G.O.P." elephant with "Cortelyou," "Bliss" and money bags in direction of "Wall Street." Dog labeled "yellow dog fund" follows behind; lambs in window watch procession. Title on verso. (DLC/P... More
The local machine - Drawing. Public domain image.
Man riding tiger chained to treadmill, "The local machine, patented by Boss Tweed," with White House in the distance; "14 St. & 3rd Ave, N.Y." on lamppost; "crook," "hook," "double-dealing," "deceit," ... on tr... More
An Interrupted dissection / W.A. Rogers.
Protesters of exploratory dissection trying to force their way into room where dissection is being performed. Illus. in: Harper's magazine, 1882 Oct., vol. 65, p.668. Reference copy in Lot 4399-A.
The Chinese picnic, Iona Island--celestial musicians / drawn by W.A. R...
Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1883 June 23, p. 385. Public domain scan of American poster, advertisement, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
First meeting of Pignapoke Culture Society
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Our Little Culture Society at Pignapoke," Life, 5:147 (March 12, 1885).
He isn't climbing out of the window, however
"Governors Office, Albany" on building; "It might taper down to him" on sign on ladder. Taft, Roosevelt's choice to run for president, seeking 1908 running mate. Man at window probably Charles Evans Hughes, gov... More
Christmas 1914 - Public domain scan / drawing
Drawing shows Red Cross nurse attending a wounded soldier near ruins of a church beneath an intact statue of Christ. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). P... More
[Lightning from Liberty's torch striking a cowering German official]
German official possibly representing William II, Emperor of Germany. Title devised by cataloger. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published as headpiec... More
For the privilege of fighting for freedom, we thank Thee, O Lord
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Nov. 29, 1917, p. 5.
There remains, then, only the fifteenth point
Military officer "Foch" poking sword, "fifteenth point," at Germanmilitary officer with ball and chain standing over paper, "Treaty of Peace, unacceptable on account of failure to observe 14 points--German gove... More
The most unkindest cut of all / W.A. Rogers.
Uniformed soldier "New China" cutting off pigtail "long ages of graft" from kneeling Manchu in traditional garb. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Publis... More
We do things in a big way - Drawing. Public domain image.
Man showing Uncle Sam unfinished building in the shape of a hog labeled "Estimated cost (subject to additions) $40,000,000, Hog Island Plant." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration... More
[Jewish man with top hat, in profile]
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Wrathful waiting - Drawing. Public domain image.
Uncle Sam standing in front of United States Capitol carrying cane and wearing arm bandage "Blockaded ports." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published... More
News sketch of Johnstown flood - Drawing. Public domain image.
No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Hunting the lion in Africa & elsewhere
Lion with crown on head being attacked by men on camels, while man in box "Mohammed" watches scene from overhead and another man, seated next to keg of dynamite in front of lion, smokes a pipe. Variant title on... More
A strange, sombre face - Drawing. Public domain image.
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Maverick Mystery" by Julian Hawthorne, Life, 6:328 (Dec. 10, 1885).
Her smile dispelled all gloom - Public domain dedication image
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "From Pignapoke," Life, 7:286 (May 20, 1886).
The season of brotherly love - Drawing. Public domain image.
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Life, 8:418 (Dec. 30, 1886).
Uncle Sam presents his return quota of "assisted" immigrants
"Assisted emigrants for Great Britain passage paid by Uncle Sam" on ship; "Monopoly, the cow with many mouths to feed" on sign; "J. Hawbuck, N.Y. Legislature" on bag; and "Anti Common Sense Society" on sign at ... More
The comfortable home with high peaked roof--
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0029). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "An Idyl of the East Side" by Thomas Janvier, Harper's weekly, 33:629 (Aug. 3, 1889).
[Bearded Jewish man in hat] - Public domain portrait drawing
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Tammany "workers" at the polls in Pell Street, New York - the beginnin...
Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1889 Nov. 16, p. 920. Public domain photograph of politician, meeting, government and politics, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
The longest reach in land grabbing
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Is the British Empire in Peril?" by John W. Russell, Harper's weekly, 44:76 (Jan. 27, 1900).
[Red Cross nurse seeing vision of wounded soldiers across stormy sea]
Caption label from exhibit "World War I ...": William Allen Rogers Pays Tribute to Wartime Nurses. A moving vision of wounded soldiers needing care sustains a Red Cross nurse on her storm-tossed voyage to the w... More
Those idiotic Yankees - Drawing. Public domain image.
Uncle Sam with blinders and harness labeled "solemn assurances" leading German official, "Bernstorff"; diplomats, "Dumba" and "von Papen," watch from window labeled "Hyphen Club." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part... More
Decoration day in Washington - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Lusitania, slain by pirates, May 7, 1915" on gravestone in foreground and "May she rest in peace, compliments of the Kaiser [signed] von Bernstorff" on ribbon. "Here lies Arabic, murdered, Aug. 19, 1915 from v... More
Yours to command--the railroads
Variant title on verso: At last we are to have a standing army. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Dec. 6, 1916, p. 2.
Time to shoot - Drawing. Public domain image.
Rats with German helmets and torches attempting to set fire to U.S. ship while Uncle Sam aims a gun at them from behind the ship. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of ... More
A little practical railroading - Drawing. Public domain image.
Roosevelt with "rate bill" on top of Reprublican party elephant, which is facing man labeled "Allison" (possibly Senator William Boyd Allison), who is standing under arch, "full court review." Title on verso. (... More
Those flippant Americans - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Aug. 4, 1915, p. 12.
Saved - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 12, 1909.
A sensitive plant - Drawing. Public domain image.
Uncle Sam carrying cactus in pot labeled "Mexican friendship." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 24, 1916, p. 5.
A quack doctor at the fair - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Ap. 29/87"; "May 5"; and "Harpers" on recto. (DLC/PP-1937:0027). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Kentucky Fairs," possibly for Harper's weekly.
The limit / W.A. Rogers. - Drawing. Public domain image.
Uncle Sam and "Enemy Alien" sitting on bench with snake and snail in "Liberty Park." Copyright by New York Herald Company. Pencil sketch of man on verso; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: ... More
Sure cure - Drawing. Public domain image.
On sign: Old Dr. Singsing free electrical treatment for dynamaniacs. Variant title on verso: The epidemic and the cure. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).... More
The grade crossing monster - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, July 26, 1911.
Perspective study - Drawing. Public domain image.
No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
[Woman holding the arm of a man carrying a pistol and candle]
Title devised by cataloger. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Maverick Mystery" by Julian Hawthorne, Life, 6:327 (Dec. 10, 1885).
The strange turnout disappears around the corner
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published as tailpiece in: "More News from the Little Culture Society at Pignapoke," Life, 5:273 (May 14, 1885).
Overload Congress-- there's room for everything but that
"Congress. How do you spose I can carry that bill? Don't you see how I'm loaded? Not one cent for Liberty, millions for jobs?" Verso. Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illus... More
Theodore Roosevelt - Challenge - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Miss Democracy Select School" over doorway. Theodore Roosevelt challenging group of democrats, Hill, Olney, Davis, Parker, and others, in front of school house. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of Am... More
Preparing for the fall clip - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Sure tip" on papers on ground; "Dela & Hudson, Reading, Lackawanna" on lambs in foreground. Bull and bear watch lambs below sign "harvest home festival." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American... More
But supposing Mr. Lamb should retire!
"Mr. Harriman retires from Wall St." on newspaper. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 22, 1909.
The problem - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Strike" on bat. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, April 5, 1912, p. 5.
Be up-to-date - be a U.S. Marine First to change the old campaign hat ...
U.S. Marines recruitment poster showing a marine putting on a helmet as he looks over a barricade of sandbags on which a rifle rests. Courtesy New York Herald.
The wolf and the lamb - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Belgium" on lamb. Based on the fable of the same name by Jean de La Fontaine. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Jan. 21, ... More
No time to hesitate - Drawing. Public domain image.
"Crisis" on horseshoe; "Strike while the iron is hot" on shield. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Feb. 20, 1917, p. 1.
That peace bird smells a little "high"
Small animal, "Trotsky," advising bear, "Russia," about peace offer from Germany. Pencil sketch of trap on verso not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library... More
The first spadeful. Book illustration from Library of Congress
Theodore Roosevelt standing among ships in harbor and digging and throwing dirt in direction of "Bogota," while small man on hill raises flag "new treaty." Probably in reference to Hay-Herran canal treaty of 19... More
The first spadeful. Book illustration from Library of Congress
Theodore Roosevelt standing among ships in harbor and digging and throwing dirt in direction of "Bogota," while small man on hill raises flag "new treaty." Probably in reference to Hay-Herran canal treaty of 19... More
Great activity in Wall Street - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, March 19, 1908, p. 7.
[Jewish man with top hat, in profile]
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
The Republican drag "Free Whiskey"
Man standing in foreground possibly James Blaine. "This way for the temperance and morality line" on banner. Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0029). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congr... More
Here's to crime! / W.A. Rogers.
A banquet, with sign on wall, "A banquet in honor of the Independent Order of Benevolent Crooks." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New Yor... More
News sketch of Johnstown flood - Drawing. Public domain image.
No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
The Jewish Quarter, Boston - Drawing. Public domain image.
Street scene in Boston showing peddlars, women carrying baskets, and men walking on the sidewalks and in street, shops with wares hanging outside. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustra... More
[Toby Tyler riding]. Book illustration from Library of Congress
"Sketch for Toby Tyler" handwritten notation on mat. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
The discomfiture of Abraham - Drawing. Public domain image.
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Life, 6:133 (Sept. 3, 1885).
[Robot cow walking up ship plank]
Title devised by cataloger. Published, possibly as title page, in "The Automaton Dummy : Bovine Usher" by Wallace Peck, Life, 8:25 (July 8, 1886). (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustra... More
The dummy at work - Public domain dedication image
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Automaton Dummy : Bovine Usher" by Wallace Peck, Life, 8:25 (July 8, 1886).
Dispatching news - Drawing. Public domain image.
Title on verso. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Captain Blazier's Great Feat," Life, 9:134 (March 10, 1887).
[Jewish woman with head covering]
Title devised by cataloger. Sketch for article on Jewish market. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).
Extending the olive branch - Drawing. Public domain image.
Taft, presidential candidate, offering olive branch to Senator Joseph Foraker, who opposed many of Roosevelt's policies. "Ohio" on platform. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (... More
'Twas Andy started the ball! - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Feb. 25, 1909.
Uncle Joe in Kansas - Drawing. Public domain image.
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, July 20, 1910, p. 6.
Just the same old squeeze - Drawing. Public domain image.
On tunnel: Main line subway. Woman, "hope," hanging from gallows, "strap hanger," to right of tunnel. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New... More
The war didn't "end in October"
Possibly William II, Emperor of Germany, facing spirit, "Winter." (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, Oct. 31, 1915, p. 1.
His Liberty Bond, paid for in full / W. A. Rogers.
Poster showing a dead soldier on the field. Text continues: This boy has made his last great sacrifice. Are we, as Americans, doing our part? In buying Liberty Bonds we can provide the money necessary to sustai... More
The gorilla of the sea - Drawing. Public domain image.
Gorilla, "Germany," holding Red Cross nurse in stormy sea; probably about attacks on hospital ships. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New ... More
Who dares talk 1920 politics? This is 1918!
(DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: New York Herald, April 28, 1918, p. 5.