Judge — August 13, 1904 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical cartoon by Gillam depicting what appears to be a criminal interrogation or trial scene. A working-class man sits on a stool while well-dressed officials and authority figures (wearing top hats and formal clothing) surround and question him. The caption at the bottom, though partially illegible in the OCR, suggests the satire concerns how easily deception or guilt can be "seen through." The cartoon likely critiques either: - Corrupt judicial proceedings where powerful figures manipulate proceedings against the poor - The exposure of fraud or crime among the establishment - Class disparity in legal justice The exaggerated facial features and caricatured poses are typical of Judge magazine's satirical style, though without a clear date or full caption, the specific political/legal scandal referenced remains unclear.