Luther D. Bradley
American cartoonist and illustrator
Born
September 29th, 1853
171 years ago
Died
January 9th, 1917
108 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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This cartoonist contributed illustrations and comic strips to newspapers during the early 20th century. His work featured humor and often addressed everyday life, drawing the attention of a wide audience. He created memorable characters that resonated with readers. His ability to blend art with wit made his cartoons popular and influential in American culture at the time.
Created the cartoon strip 'The Terrors of the Toy Shop'
Worked for newspapers such as the Chicago Daily News
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