Judge — June 14, 1902 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a chaotic violent scene with multiple figures engaged in conflict near an industrial landscape (factory with smokestack visible). The composition suggests labor unrest or class conflict, a common Judge magazine subject in the late 19th/early 20th century. A central figure wields a large shovel or axe above the crowd in an aggressive pose. The scattered papers on the ground and the phrase "THAT HURTS US ALL" suggest the cartoon criticizes destructive labor violence or radical activism, arguing such actions harm society broadly—not just specific targets. The artist appears to be Victor Gillam (visible signature). Without the exact publication date, the specific event referenced remains unclear, though the imagery suggests commentary on industrial-era labor disputes.