Judge, 1895-06-08 · page 1 of 16
Judge — June 8, 1895 — page 1: what you’re looking at
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# Political Cartoon Analysis: "Crowned 'King of Blunderers'" This 1895 *Judge* cartoon satirizes the Democratic Party's income tax legislation. A demonic figure (representing the Supreme Court) sits enthroned in the "Supreme Court," holding a sword labeled with various taxes (Selling Sea Island, Wilson Bill, Haiti Blunderer, and others). Two men flank him—likely Democratic politicians—appearing distressed. The caption attributes the quote to D.B. Hill, a prominent New York Democrat, calling the income tax "the most foolish thing the Democratic party ever did." The cartoon suggests the Supreme Court has struck down this tax policy, and mocks Democrats for their legislative failure. The caricatured devil-judge represents judicial authority humiliating Democratic ambitions, with the scattered tax labels symbolizing defeated tax initiatives.
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VOL.28 NO. 712 JUNE 8 1895 PRICE 10 CENTS Emrenco at rHe Post Orrice AY New Yorn as Secomo Cass Marten, ComrmenT 1895, ey THE Jace Pueuismne Co, TLe Reormrence A 4 Trane Mame FNL Aaowsy g f g eo 6 4 CROWNED “KING OF BLUNDERERS.” **It was the most foolish thing the Democratic party ever did—and it has done a great many foolish things—to enact this income-tax. The Supreme Court of the United States is entitled to the thanks of the country for its decision.”—D. B. Hi comicbooks.com