Judge — November 5, 1898 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a figure (left) observing what appears to be a ornate box or container sprouting multiple heads with exaggerated features and German military imagery, including what looks like Prussian or German Imperial insignia on the base. The sprouting heads suggest proliferation or multiplication of problems. Given *Judge* magazine's satirical nature and the German military visual references, this likely comments on German territorial expansion or military aggression in the early 20th century. The title "Troubles of His Own" suggests the cartoon criticizes a political leader (possibly American, given the figure's apparent nationality) for being preoccupied with domestic problems while overlooking—or being unable to control—emerging international threats or complications emanating from Germany. The exact historical moment remains unclear without publication date confirmation.