Judge — July 2, 1904 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Safe in the Saddle" This Judge magazine cover from July 2, 1904 appears to depict a political figure (identifiable by the cowboy hat and western imagery) maintaining control despite challenges from opponents. The caption "Safe in the Saddle" suggests the subject has secured a firm political position. The figure labeled "Parker" (visible on a hat at right) likely refers to Alton B. Parker, the Democratic presidential candidate in 1904. The cartoon appears to satirize Parker's campaign efforts against the incumbent, suggesting he poses little real threat—the sitting politician remains securely in control despite Parker's attempts to unseat him. The western/frontier imagery was common in early 1900s American political satire, reflecting the era's cultural associations with strength and dominance.