Judge — January 24, 1891 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The caption reads "GOING INTO THE CA[MP OF] Eight Republican Bucks turn Traitor [?]" This is a satirical cartoon depicting Native Americans meeting with what appear to be Republican politicians or businessmen at a frontier settlement (visible building with "GOVERNMENT RESERVATION" flag in background). The satire appears to target Republican political figures who the cartoonist characterizes as "traitors"—likely referring to a specific historical incident where eight Republican politicians switched sides or betrayed party positions. The cartoon uses Native American imagery (the feathered headdresses, traditional appearance of figures on the right) as a visual metaphor, though the exact political context remains unclear without additional context about the issue and date of this Judge magazine publication. The juxtaposition suggests comparing the Republicans' alleged betrayal to negotiating with Native Americans at a reservation.