Editorial Cartoonists of the Atlanta Journal and Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) :: Lou Erickson (“Eric”) – Atlanta Journal Editorial Cartoonist, 1950–1982

1963 Law City Services – Lou Erickson (“Eric”) Original Art, with Column by J. Paul Webb

Artist: Lou Erickson (Penciller)

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1963 Law City Services – Lou Erickson (“Eric”) Original Art, with Column by J. Paul Webb Comic Art

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The Atlanta Journal (Atlanta, Georgia) · Sat, Sep 23, 1972 · Page 2

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Title:	1963 Law City Services – Lou Erickson (“Eric”) Original Art, with Column by J. Paul Webb
Artist:	Lou Erickson (Penciller)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Sketch Card
For Sale Status:	NFS
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Added to Site:	7/27/2025
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Title: 1963 Law City Services – Lou Erickson (“Eric”) Original Art, with Column by J. Paul Webb
Artist: Lou Erickson (“Eric”)
Medium: Pen and Ink on board
Dimensions: Approx. 11″ × 14″ (standard editorial format)
Date Published: September 27, 1975
Publication: The Atlanta Journal, Saturday Forum section
Column Title: Another Look at Annexation by J. Paul Webb
Caption on Original Art: None (illustration stands alone)

Description:
This published editorial cartoon by Lou Erickson (“Eric”) appeared alongside J. Paul Webb’s Atlanta Journal column, “Another Look at Annexation,” on September 27, 1975. It visualizes the failings of Georgia’s 1963 annexation laws with signature wit and sharp symbolism. An angel labeled “City Services” strums a harp high above on a cloud, while a lone resident in the “Unincorporated Area” stands forgotten below, enveloped in smoke and confusion, tethered to the muddled “1963 Law.”

Historical Context:
Georgia’s annexation process at the time was anything but streamlined. Cities grew through case-specific legislation crafted by the state legislature, with no standardized system in place. This piecemeal method led to inconsistencies, delays, and political gamesmanship. Erickson’s cartoon underscores the human cost of this bureaucratic mess—communities left behind, without services, infrastructure, or clear recourse.

Provenance: From the Lou Erickson estate, complete with editorial notes and printed publication record.

Collector’s Insight: A standout example of Erickson’s ability to take on dense policy issues—here, the mechanics of municipal annexation—and distill them into memorable, biting visual metaphor. Paired with J. Paul Webb’s thoughtful editorial, this cartoon is both historically and artistically significant.

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