Judge — August 4, 1900 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical cartoon titled "A Donkey-House" (the donkey being the symbol of the Democratic Party). It depicts monkeys in a chaotic domestic scene, with the caption suggesting Democrats are "making monkeys of themselves this campaign." The cartoon uses animals to mock Democratic political conduct during an election campaign—the specific period unclear from this image alone. The monkeys' disorderly behavior in a house suggests internal chaos, lack of discipline, or foolish conduct within the party. A "Full Dinner Pail" label appears, likely referencing Republican campaign messaging about prosperity. The satire assumes Judge's readers—presumably Republican-leaning—would find the comparison between Democratic politicians and undisciplined monkeys amusing and damaging to the opposition party's reputation.