Judge — August 1, 1891 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Out of It!" — Judge Magazine, August 1, 1891 This political cartoon depicts a confrontation at the "Democratic Stables." Old Sport Watterson (identified in the caption as managing the Democratic Racing Stables) rules off two jockeys, declaring "You're both ruled off and that settles it!" The cartoon satirizes internal Democratic Party conflict, likely regarding the 1892 presidential race. The two disqualified jockeys represent competing Democratic factions or candidates being excluded from consideration. The racing metaphor suggests political competition, with the Democratic Party as an unstable operation. The notice board behind lists violations including "crooked riding" and "jockey deadweight," implying the party leadership views certain members as corrupt or burdensome. The satire targets Democratic infighting and authoritarian party management.