Judge — January 6, 1894 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a New Year's themed political cartoon from *Judge* magazine. An elderly, decrepit figure labeled "1893" (the old year) struggles beneath a massive burden of various items and figures representing the year's problems and scandals. A demonic or devilish character carries this chaotic load, suggesting the old year has been laden with troubles. The caption references "Great Grover" (likely President Grover Cleveland), expressing relief that the problematic year is departing. The cartoon satirizes 1893—a year marked by economic depression, financial panic, and political turmoil during Cleveland's presidency. The visual metaphor of casting off a burdensome, worthless year comments on public dissatisfaction with recent events and political failures, hoping the new year will bring improvement.