Judge — December 10, 1881 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two sequential cartoon panels satirizing reckless or incompetent horsemanship. **Top panel ("Monkey Shines All Around"):** A figure precariously balances atop two galloping horses while onlookers watch from a fence. The "monkey shines" phrase suggests foolish antics or mischief. **Bottom panel ("The Surprise"):** A rider approaches a stone bridge on horseback, while another figure appears to be falling or being thrown from the animal. Together, these panels mock careless riders or perhaps political figures engaging in dangerous, undignified behavior. The "surprise" suggests unexpected consequences of reckless actions. Without additional context about the publication date or specific political figures referenced, the exact target of satire remains unclear, though the general message concerns foolish conduct leading to comic downfall.