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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Tax Reform Wagaon
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Tax Reform Wagaon

Artifact ID1985.00958.01
Object Type Sculpture
Gifter
Gifter
Date 1981-1985
Medium Wood
DimensionsOverall: 14 x 26 x 9 in. (35.6 x 66 x 22.9 cm)
Physical DescriptionA sculpture of a covered wagon made of wood, metal, and fabric. The text on the fabric cover states, “TRAIL BLAZIN' FOR TAX REFORM.”
Historical NoteIt was given to President Reagan by then-Governor of Missouri John Ashcroft during a visit to the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Celebration in Independence, MO on September 2, 1985. Speaking on taxes, President Reagan said, "Now, tax reform has its enemies, especially among the people who have vested interests in the status quo. Status quo -- that's a Latin name for the mess that we're in with our present tax structure."
During the administration the wagon was kept in the office of James L. Hooley, the Director of Presidential Advance.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and was on display in the White House until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
In Collection(s)
Exhibition HistoryTokens and Treasures: Gifts to Twelve Presidents (1996-1997), Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and National Archives Building
Related LinksMonday Minute: Tax Reform Wagon

 

Video: President Ronald Reagan's Remarks at the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Celebration at the Jackson County Courthouse in Independence, Missouri September 2, 1985

Speech: Remarks at the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Celebration in Independence, Missouri September 2, 1985

Photograph: Remarks at Santa-Cali-Gon Days celebration at the Old County Courthouse in Independence, Missouri 09/02/1985: c30637-01   c30630-01   c30629-01