Judge, 1898-07-23 · page 9 of 16
Judge — July 23, 1898 — page 9: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This Judge magazine cartoon, signed by Grant Hamilton, depicts two military or political figures examining bottles labeled "DEWEY" and "HARRISON." The bottles bear American flags and tags reading "CANDIDATE" and "DEWEY." One figure holds up what appears to be a magnifying glass or inspection tool, suggesting scrutiny of these candidates. This likely satirizes the selection or evaluation of presidential candidates, probably referencing Thomas Dewey and William Henry Harrison (or a Harrison-era figure). The cartoon suggests these candidates are being examined like commodities or products, mocking the political process of candidate selection. The specific election year and full context remain unclear without additional publication information.
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