Judge — April 30, 1892 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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This April 30, 1892 *Judge* cartoon satirizes someone who has lost political power or influence. The central figure operates a large drum labeled "Boom-ta-ra! Boom der-ay!" with text reading "Everything is lovely / Every thing is gay"—suggesting forced, desperate cheerleading despite diminished circumstances. The smaller inset shows a crowded, celebratory scene from March 16, 1892, contrasting the figure's former popularity with present isolation. The title "He Is Not 'In It' Now" indicates the subject has fallen from prominence. Without additional context, the specific identity remains unclear, but the cartoon mocks someone attempting to maintain relevance through manufactured enthusiasm after losing actual political standing or influence.