Judge — April 11, 1891 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a group of men in a wooded outdoor setting, apparently engaged in some form of deception or illegal activity. The figures appear to be working-class or rural characters, with one woman prominently featured on the right wearing a bonnet. The caption "BE CAUGHT THAT WAY" suggests the cartoon satirizes people being discovered in compromising circumstances. A container labeled "SALT" is visible on the ground, possibly indicating smuggling or tax evasion—common satirical subjects in Judge magazine. Without a specific date visible, the exact political context remains unclear. The artwork is signed by what appears to be Gillam, a known Judge cartoonist. The satire likely targets either political corruption, illegal commerce, or social hypocrisy of the period, but the specific reference requires additional historical context.