Judge — August 13, 1904 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical cartoon from **Judge** magazine depicting a scandal involving **Judge Parker** (referenced in the note at bottom). The central image shows a large telegram from "The Delmont Trust Telegraph Co." with handwritten text, suggesting evidence of some impropriety. The cartoon uses demonic or devilish caricatures—figures with exaggerated features suggesting corruption or moral turpitude—examining the telegram. The note mentions Parker accepting a "platform" and "tariff" arrangements, likely referencing **political patronage or bribery** during the Progressive Era when such scandals were common. The satire mocks Parker's apparent deception, with the "trick" being exposed through the telegram as evidence. Without the publication date visible, the specific context remains unclear, but this reflects contemporary concerns about judicial and political corruption.