Judge — December 2, 1882 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon from *Judge* magazine depicts "The Republicans' Table" with the caption "For What We Are About to Receive." The cartoon shows several bearded Republican politicians gathered around a dining table laden with plates labeled "SALT" and other condiments. The men display exaggerated, somewhat grotesque facial features typical of 19th-century political caricature. One figure is labeled "ROBESON" (likely referring to a Republican politician of that era). The satire appears to mock Republican politicians as greedy or hypocritical—the dinner table imagery suggests they're about to consume or benefit from something, while their expressions convey skepticism or wariness. The "salt" references remain unclear without additional historical context, though salt was sometimes used metaphorically in political discourse. The overall tone is critical of the Republican party's anticipated actions or policies.