In its obituary for Harry Hargreaves (1922-2004), The Independent wrote, "Although he also worked as an illustrator, animator, advertising artist, toy designer and writer, Harry Hargreaves will probably be best remembered as one of the most successful animal cartoonists of his day -- in particular for his creation of the widely syndicated 'The Bird' and 'Hayseeds' features - and as a regular contributor to Punch for 17 years."

Here's almost the start of Hayseeds, which ran from 1968 to 1980. I say "almost the start," because what I have starts with Strip #2. Sigh. (By the way, there were two book collections of the strip.)