Judge — January 30, 1897 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "The Educated Hog" - Judge Magazine, January 30, 1897 This political cartoon satirizes what appears to be congressional actions or debates of the period. The central image shows a large pig wearing a ribbon, sitting atop a spherical object marked with stars (representing the United States). A small military or government figure stands to the left, fishing line in hand, appearing to manipulate or control the pig. The title "The Educated Hog: In his latest act of sitting on Uncle Sam and Congress" suggests the cartoon criticizes how some political force or group (represented as the "hog") has gained dominance over American government and institutions. The circus tent labeled "Cleveland Circus" visible in the background likely references President Grover Cleveland's administration, indicating this is commentary on his political impact or unpopular policies of that era.