Dirk West
American journalist (1930–1996) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Dirk West?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Gerald Glynn "Dirk" West (1930 – July 26, 1996) was an editorial cartoonist, journalist, and mayor from Lubbock, Texas, most famous for his caricatures of collegiate mascots.[1] He was born in Littlefield, Texas, but his family moved to Lubbock soon after. He attended Texas Tech University where he drew cartoons for The University Daily student newspaper.[1] He appeared as "Uncle Dirk" on a local children's program for three years while heading up his advertising agency, West Advertising. Beginning in the 1960s, he cartooned for the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.
This article needs additional citations for verification. (August 2008) |
Quick Facts Preceded by, Succeeded by ...
Dirk West | |
---|---|
Mayor of Lubbock, Texas, USA | |
In office 1978–1980 | |
Preceded by | Roy Bass |
Succeeded by | Bill McAlister |
Personal details | |
Born | 1930 Littlefield, Texas |
Died | July 26, 1996 Austin, Texas |
Political party | Democratic |
Occupation | Cartoonist, journalist, actor, politician |
Close