Judge — September 19, 1891 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a caricatured figure in formal dress standing before the U.S. Capitol and White House, holding what appears to be architectural plans. A dog accompanies the figure. The title references "the old favorite," and the caption quotes Blaine (likely James G. Blaine, the prominent Republican politician), suggesting his political return or comeback bid. The plans he holds likely reference policy proposals or a political platform. The satirical point appears to mock Blaine's reappearance in politics—suggesting he seeks to recapture political power or that his ambitions remain persistent despite previous setbacks. The exaggerated caricature and accompanying dog emphasize ridicule of his political reemergence. The Washington monuments establish the specifically political context of this satire.