Dr. Seuss’s Enduring Partnership: A Lifeline during the Great Depression

By | May 13, 2023

Dr. Seuss’s depiction of a Flit insecticide sprayer in one of his cartoons led to a significant endorsement contract with the company that lasted for 17 years. This long-term partnership provided substantial financial support for Seuss and his family, enabling them to weather the economic turmoil of the Great Depression.

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