Judge — October 6, 1883 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon satirizes William S. Holman, an American politician (likely Congressman from Indiana, active late 1800s). The cartoon shows street vendors hawking newspapers and printed materials outside storefronts, with Holman's portrait prominently displayed as if he were a cheap commodity being sold "with each copy of the Sun." The satire appears to mock Holman's perceived insignificance or commodification in political discourse—suggesting he's no more valuable than a promotional giveaway bundled with newspaper purchases. References to "presents made to order by Cadana" and other vendor materials reinforce the joke that Holman has become a disposable, mass-produced political figure rather than a significant statesman. The cartoon reflects Judge magazine's characteristic irreverent treatment of contemporary politicians.