Judge, 1904-07-02 · page 8 of 16
Judge — July 2, 1904 — page 8: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a political cartoon from Judge magazine featuring a figure labeled "DEMOCRACY" being struck or attacked. The figure wears a scroll or document labeled "DEMOCRACY" and holds what appears to be a "BURY" implement or weapon. Large black wings or feathered elements surround the figure, suggesting an ominous or threatening tone. The text at the bottom is partially visible but difficult to read completely in the OCR. The cartoon's imagery—with the winged, aggressive figure threatening democracy—suggests this is satirizing a political force or movement perceived as threatening democratic principles. Without clearer text visibility or a specific date, I cannot definitively identify the exact historical event or political figure being criticized, though the symbolism indicates commentary on anti-democratic forces or authoritarian threats.