Judge — January 12, 1889 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon, titled "OFF WITH THE OLD LOVE," depicts a seated figure in military dress being observed by another uniformed man. The caption reads: "GROVER—'There goes that Pickle Party off with a Dude! I reckon a—'" The sketch appears to reference late 19th-century American political figures, likely satirizing romantic or social scandals involving prominent men of the era. "Pickle Party" is an unclear reference, possibly a political faction or social group. The soldier figure marked "GROVER" suggests President Grover Cleveland, though the exact historical situation remains uncertain without additional context. The humor targets perceived hypocrisy or romantic entanglements among the political elite, a common Judge magazine theme. The artist's signature reads "HAMILTON."