Judge — March 26, 1904 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine cartoon satirizes political corruption, specifically targeting what appears to be Democratic Party bosses or "lobbyists" (the "lobs" of the title). The caricatured figure labeled "Cleveland" wears horns and represents a devil-like political operator. He's depicted in an office setting with papers labeled "Democracy" and "Hypocrisy," suggesting the corruption of democratic principles. The cartoon critiques how political bosses manipulate and control the democratic process for personal gain. The demonic imagery emphasizes the moral corruption of politics during this era. The specific reference to "Democratic Chores" in the caption suggests this targets Democratic Party machine politics, though the exact historical moment remains unclear without additional dating or context.