Charles L. Bartholomew facts for kids
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Charles Lewis Bartholomew (born February 10, 1869 – died February 15, 1949) was an American editorial cartoonist. He was better known by his nickname, "Bart." He became famous for his daily cartoons published in a newspaper called the Minneapolis Journal. An editorial cartoonist draws pictures that share opinions about news and events.
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Bart's Early Life and Start in Cartoons
Charles L. Bartholomew was born on February 10, 1869, in Chariton, Iowa. His parents were Orion A. and Mary Smith Bartholomew. He went to Iowa State College. There, he earned a science degree. He also met his future wife, Ella Louise Henderson.
Bart first worked as a reporter for the Minneapolis Journal. But soon, he became one of the first daily editorial cartoonists. This was in the late 1890s. From 1899 to 1915, he drew a cartoon almost every day. These cartoons usually appeared on the front page of the newspaper.
Cartoons for the World
Bart's cartoons were very popular. Other newspapers around the world copied them. They even appeared in magazines like the Review of Reviews. His drawings covered many topics. These included big events like the Spanish–American War. He also drew about local politics and even the weather in Minnesota.
While working at the Journal, Bart did even more. He drew many Saturday cartoon strips. He also worked as an illustrator for children's books. This means he drew pictures for books written for kids.
Bart's Later Career and Legacy
After leaving the Minneapolis Journal, Bart took on a new role. He became the Dean of the Federal School of Illustrating and Cartooning. Here, he gave large "chalk talks" to students. These were like big lectures where he drew pictures as he spoke. He also taught everyday people.
A School for Artists
The Federal School of Illustrating and Cartooning is now very well known. It is called Art Instruction Schools. You might know it from its famous "Draw Me!" advertisements. These ads appeared on matchbooks and in magazines for many years.
Besides teaching, Bart also started an art supply store called Bart Supplies. He wrote and edited many textbooks. These books taught people how to illustrate and draw cartoons. He also wrote six illustrated children's books himself.
Charles Bartholomew passed away on February 15, 1949, in Minneapolis. His work helped shape how cartoons are used in newspapers today.
