Judge — April 28, 1906 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "The Political Dowie" - Judge Magazine, April 28, 1906 This cartoon depicts Uncle Sam (identifiable by his top hat and star-spangled vest) being forcibly exiled from the White House by a caricatured figure labeled "The Political Dowie." The exiled figure carries signs reading "Self Appointed Prophet" and "Bertha All of Dowie" (likely referencing John Alexander Dowie, a controversial religious figure and faith healer). The cartoon satirizes what appears to be Dowie's political interference or influence—suggesting he's inappropriately controlling American politics and banishing legitimate democratic governance. Uncle Sam holds a sign reading "You are exiled forever," indicating the threat Dowie's movement posed to traditional American political authority. A small dog accompanies the scene, possibly suggesting marginalization or ridicule of the movement.