Ralph Dunagin Editorial Cartoon Collection
Scope and Contents
The Ralph Dunagin Editorial Cartoon Collection consists of 949 illustrations created by the Pulitzer Prize-nominated editorial cartoonist. The cartoons primarily date from the five years prior to his retirement.
Dates
- Majority of material found within 1996-2001
Creator
- Dunagin, Ralph (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Noncirculating; available for research.
Conditions Governing Use
This collection is protected by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code).
Conditions Governing Use
This collection may be protected from unauthorized copying by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code).
Biographical / Historical
Editorial cartoonist, Ralph Dunagin, is a native of Hattiesburg, Mississippi and a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, where he studied graphic art. In 1961, he joined the Orlando Sentinel as an illustrator. During his thirty years tenure, he served as illustrator, art director, and editorial cartoonist. He also served on the paper's editorial board until his retirement in 2001.
In 1967, he created the internationally syndicated cartoon, "Dunagin's People". Additionally, he wrote the text for "Grin and Bear It", a syndicated cartoon illustrated by Fred Wagner. He collaborated with Dana Summers on the creation of "The Middletons", another popular syndicated cartoon. His work has earned him two nominations for the Pulitzer Prize.
Extent
2.50 Cubic Feet (5 document cases, legal) : 948 unmatted illustrations and one matted ; Unmatted illustrations on 8.5" x 11" paper; mat 10 3/4" x 14"
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
949 single-panel original editorial cartoons.
Arrangement
Chronological
Provenance
Donated by Ralph Dunagin September, 2011. Materials received December 11, 2011.
Legal Status
"The Middletons" licensed via Tribune Media Services. Copyright to "Dunagin's People" held by Orlando Sentinal Publishers Hall Syndicate. Deed of gift transfers any remaining copyright to University of Southern Mississippi.
- Art original. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Artists. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Comics (Graphic works). Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Editorial cartoons. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Humor. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- United States--Social life and customs--21st century--Humor. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- University of Southern Mississippi -- Students. Subject Source: Local sources
- Title
- Ralph Dunagin Editorial Cartoon Collection
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Lorraine A. Stuart; Photograph Log by Camilo Aramburo Jaramillo, spring 2020.
- Date
- June 29, 2018
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Historical Manuscripts and Photographs Repository
118 College Drive - 5148
Hattiesburg MS 39406-0001
601.266.4345
