Mike Parks (American, 20th Century) His Grave A

Mike Parks (American, 20th Century) His Grave A Nation's Heart Shall Be His Monument A People Free, San Francisco Call-Bulletin newspaper cartoon, May 30, 1946 India ink and gouache on heavyweight paper 13-1x2 x 12 inches (34.3 x 30.5 cm) (image) Signed lower left: Parks Information for a newspaper cartoonist or illustrator named Mike Parks could not be found. The name is written on the back, yet it is possible the signature has been misread. This striking original was published on the editorial page of the May 30, 1946, edition of the San Francisco Call-Bulletin. It was the first Memorial Day commemoration following the end of World War II. Beside it appeared an editorial that began: "It is traditional and fitting and appropriate that tribute be paid, on Memorial Day, to the memory of America's heroic war dead. However, let us remember that not all of our heroes are dead. Thousands and thousands have returned, to take their places among us again, and they expect and most certainly deserve our gratitude and appreciation." The Call-Bulletin was a Hearst newspaper. The artist may have been on the staff of the Hearst organization. The artist inscribed this original above his signature: "Best wishes to Murray Harris from." HID03101062020 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.comxTexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

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Very light pin points of surface dirt and smudges along extreme edges. Wear and markings to margins of page in keeping with illustration and publishing process. Not framed. Sheet overall: 15.75 x 13.25 inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"