Judge — May 5, 1888 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical cartoon titled "Weighed—An Political" (text partially cut off). The caption reads: "Democratic Editors—'He promised so much, we all guessed...'" The cartoon depicts a central bearded figure being weighed or measured by a group of well-dressed men standing in a circle around him. The figure appears to be a political leader or candidate, while the surrounding men likely represent Democratic newspaper editors or party officials. The satire suggests that Democratic editors supported this politician based on his promises, but the act of "weighing" him implies they're now assessing whether he delivered on those promises—or perhaps discovering he's lighter/less substantial than expected. This reflects common 19th-century political cartooning about unfulfilled campaign pledges and editorial disappointment with elected officials.