Judge — June 28, 1890 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon from Judge magazine satirizes aging political leaders observing younger figures gaining prominence. The caption reads: "Old leaders—'Great Scott' how big those two boys are getting. If they keep on growing..." The sketch depicts established politicians (identifiable by military uniforms and formal dress suggesting senior government figures) remarking with concern on the rise of two younger men. The implied joke is that these newcomers are growing in power and influence, potentially threatening the old guard's authority. Without clearer labeling or date information visible, I cannot definitively identify which specific leaders or era this references, though the military garb and formal setting suggest this comments on succession within high political circles. The satire mocks elderly politicians' anxiety about generational change in governance.