Judge — April 30, 1892 — page 18: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical narrative sequence about fraternal organization membership rituals. The cartoon depicts Mr. Fuller's initiation into a secret society, with the chairman (Mr. Smallry) explaining that initiation involves an unpleasant "ordeal" that must be endured once. The humor targets the pretentiousness and hazing practices of exclusive clubs and fraternal organizations popular in the era. The caption promises "a tale of Mr. Fuller and his revenge," suggesting the narrative will show Fuller's comeuppance—likely getting revenge on new initiates after suffering through his own initiation. The satire mocks both the initiation ceremonies themselves and the cycle of mistreatment perpetuated within these organizations, where members rationalize hazing as an unavoidable "fortune" of membership.