Judge — January 14, 1905 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains several satirical cartoons commenting on early 20th-century American politics. The top left "Bankoed" cartoon depicts a woman (likely representing a banking interest or financial institution) distributing notes to various figures, satirizing corruption or financial manipulation in politics. "The Lion and the Lamb" references a Wisconsin political struggle, with the lion and lamb as symbolic opponents competing for dominance—likely commenting on rival political factions or candidates. "Spooner vs La Follette" depicts a wrestling match, referencing an actual Wisconsin political rivalry. The right side shows Roosevelt (President Theodore Roosevelt) playing "tag" with a figure labeled "Robber," satirizing his famous trust-busting efforts and aggressive "strenuous" approach to combat corporate monopolies—a major theme of his presidency. The cartoons mock both the vigor of Roosevelt's policies and the political maneuvering surrounding them.