Judge, 1896-02-15 · page 1 of 16
Judge — February 15, 1896 — page 1: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis of Judge Magazine Cover (February 15, 1896) This cartoon, titled "Carry Yer Grip, Sir?", depicts a well-dressed gentleman with a top hat (likely a political figure or wealthy traveler) being approached by several caricatured street urchins or porters offering to carry his luggage. A sign reading "ST LOUIS CONVENTION" appears in the background. The satire likely mocks the 1896 Republican or Democratic National Convention scheduled for St. Louis, suggesting political operatives ("grip men") are eagerly competing to attach themselves to a prominent politician, offering dubious services or making deals. The cartoon critiques the opportunistic nature of convention politics—lowly figures scrambling for proximity to power and influence.
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VOL. 30 NO. 748 FEBRUARY .15 1896 PRICE 10 CENTS Judge. Emrenen AT tHe Por Ornice Ar New ows as Secomo Coase MATTER. CoPrmenT 1896 Oy THE Jevee PUeLisuine Ca, TITLE wEorevERee AB A Taage Man “CARRY YER GRIP. SIR?”