Judge — December 24, 1898 — page 14: what you’re looking at

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This page reimagines classic nursery rhymes with political commentary. "The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe" appears to reference political troubles or scandals. "Little Jack Horner Eating His Cuban Pie" is the clearest reference: it satirizes American involvement in Cuba around 1898—likely the Spanish-American War or its aftermath. "Jack Horner" pulling out a "plum" (gaining advantage) from Cuba suggests politicians or businessmen profiting from Cuban affairs. The grotesque character designs and crowded composition typical of Judge's style create chaotic, mocking scenes. Without seeing all text clearly, the exact political targets remain partially unclear, but the overall theme uses familiar children's verses to mock contemporary political greed and opportunism regarding American imperial expansion in the Caribbean.