Judge — July 26, 1890 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts what appears to be corrupt or lawless political figures literally hoisting a pirate flag marked "Minority" — suggesting they are operating outside legitimate authority. The figures are rendered as roughneck pirates with weapons, drums, and trumpets, creating chaos and disorder. The satire likely critiques a political minority faction (possibly referring to late 19th-century Congressional dynamics) as acting like pirates or brigands — stealing, disrupting, and operating outside legal norms. The "black flag" traditionally signifies lawlessness and piracy. The OCR text is too garbled to read reliably, limiting certainty about specific political figures or events referenced. However, the core message is clear: the cartoon portrays certain politicians as illegitimate usurpers rather than legitimate governing bodies.