Judge — January 7, 1899 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon, titled "Coon in Town," uses a racial slur in its caption that reflects the deeply offensive language of its era. The image depicts caricatured Black figures with exaggerated features in what appears to be a scene of social disruption or chaos. The satire appears to reference anxieties about African American presence in urban spaces during the late 19th or early 20th century. The formally dressed white figures' reactions suggest alarm or disapproval at this "intrusion." Without additional context about the specific historical moment, I cannot identify particular political figures or events referenced. The cartoon reflects the racist attitudes prevalent in *Judge* magazine during this period, when such imagery was considered acceptable satirical commentary on race and social change.