Judge — August 19, 1882 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This comic strip satirizes what appears to be a naval or maritime competition. The title references "Corinthian" — historically, wealthy amateur sportsmen — suggesting the satire targets privileged amateurs competing in a serious context. The narrative shows military or naval officers overseeing a race involving a ship's wheel and what seems to be children or small figures as competitors. Key captions mention "Missed stays and run ashore" and "Want to go honest, trying to get a crook." The satire likely mocks either incompetent amateur sailors, or possibly political figures (naval officers) mismanaging a competition. The progression from the organized race to apparent chaos and failure suggests commentary on bungled leadership or the folly of allowing amateurs to handle serious maritime matters. The exact political reference remains unclear without additional historical context.