Judge — June 1, 1895 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine cartoon from 1895 depicts what appears to be a cemetery or monument scene, likely referencing Decoration Day (now Memorial Day). The setting shows multiple gravestones and monuments, including visible inscriptions like "Monroe Doctrine" and references to "Silver." The cartoon appears to satirize American political factions visiting monuments to deceased political movements or ideologies. The various well-dressed figures suggest politicians or party leaders paying respects to—or perhaps mockingly acknowledging—defunct political causes. The eagle perched above suggests American authority or judgment over these matters. The satire likely critiques political parties' nostalgia for outdated positions, or perhaps disputes over which historical movements deserve remembrance. Without clearer identification of specific figures, the exact political targets remain uncertain, though the "Silver" reference suggests debate over currency policy from that era.