Judge — March 19, 1887 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three political cartoons satirizing American life, likely from the early 1900s. The **top panel** depicts two large spheres labeled "TRUSTS" crushing buildings and American flags—representing monopolistic corporations threatening civic institutions and national ideals. The **middle panel**, titled "Bumpart (Daughter of the Regiment)," shows a woman in military-style dress telling her family she must parade with her regiment but will return for supper. This appears to satirize women's increasing public activism or military involvement while maintaining domestic duties. The **bottom panel** shows people outside a "Central Managerie" (likely a misspelling), suggesting commentary on public spectacles or managed institutions. The overall theme appears critical of corporate power, changing gender roles, and institutional control in American society.