Judge — January 7, 1905 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two political cartoons satirizing law enforcement and public safety issues. **Top cartoon ("Hard on the Poor Highwayman"):** Officers arrest a poorly-dressed criminal while ignoring wealthy wrongdoers in the background. The satire criticizes selective justice—authorities harass common street criminals while the rich escape consequence. **Bottom cartoon ("The Acme of Danger"):** Appears to mock excessive police aggression or brutality against minor offenders. The phrase "limits to a man's courage" suggests criticism of overzealous law enforcement tactics. Both cartoons target hypocrisy in the justice system: poor citizens face harsh treatment while wealthy criminals operate freely, and police apply disproportionate force against vulnerable populations. This reflects Progressive-era concerns about class-based inequality in American law enforcement.