Judge — December 3, 1904 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine cartoon depicts a group of men in formal attire scrambling near the U.S. Capitol building. The sign reads "ALUMNI ASSOCIATION PROPERTY. DO NOT TAKE FROM ALUMNI ROOM," suggesting these figures are being caught stealing or misappropriating something belonging to an alumni organization. The caricatured figures appear to be politicians or public officials engaged in corrupt behavior—the cartoon's title "GGERED!" (likely "triggered" or suggesting they've been caught) reinforces this. Their exaggerated facial expressions and body language convey panic and guilt. The satire critiques political corruption and theft of public/organizational property, a common Judge magazine theme. Without specific dates or clearer identifying labels, the exact political figures or scandal referenced remain unclear, though the cartoon clearly mocks government malfeasance and dishonesty.