Judge, 1899-02-25 · page 1 of 22
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# Analysis of Judge Magazine, February 25, 1899 This political cartoon titled "Dot Vos One Great Joke!" depicts **Kaiser Wilhelm II** of Germany (the large caricatured figure in military dress on the right) mocking American beef exports. The cartoon references a German trade dispute. The Kaiser, shown with exaggerated facial features, declares: "Der beef I don't vant in Germany dose Americans can't eat it themselves." In the background, a smaller figure (appearing to represent an American businessman or politician) stands near a barrel labeled "ARMY," suggesting American military or commercial interests are involved in the dispute. The satire criticizes German protectionism and Wilhelm's dismissal of American agricultural products as inferior—essentially calling his rejection of U.S. beef a hypocritical "joke."
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VOL. 36 NO. 90G FEBRUARY 25 1899, PRICE 10 CENTS. OFeER AY Nem Year as Secone Coase Marten Covvesemr 1899 wy Avstss Pupiismne Commune, True Reorsrenee as « Tease Maan CSRRAT, BORSOYES ONS — cher 8 wie: Litho 8 Ps Co NewYork COPYmONT 109) BY ARKLLE PUBLISNING TOMPARY OF NEW YORK. het the 8 Ps DOT VOS ONE GREAT .JOKE! Kaiser Witners —“ Der beef I don’t vant in Germany dose Americans can’t eat it themselves.” comicbooks.com