Judge — November 26, 1881 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a Judge magazine political cartoon titled "Sneaking Out of a Gre[at]" (title cut off). The image shows three men in formal attire sneaking away from steps, carrying documents labeled "Portfolio of the Attorney General" and what appears to be official papers marked "Resignation." The cartoon satirizes political figures attempting to quietly leave office or avoid accountability, likely referencing a scandal involving the Attorney General's office. The men's exaggerated facial expressions and body language suggest illicit activity—they're depicted as "sneaking" rather than departing openly. Without visible dates or clearer identification, the specific historical moment remains unclear, but the satire targets governmental corruption or impropriety, a recurring Judge magazine theme during the Progressive Era.