Judge — June 30, 1906 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# Political Cartoon Analysis: "And the Cat Came Back" (Judge, June 30, 1906) This cartoon depicts a monstrous creature labeled with "1904" emerging from a "Convention Hall," wearing a "Democratic" banner. The beast appears to represent the Democratic Party returning after the 1904 election, which Theodore Roosevelt's Republican ticket won decisively. The overturned barrels labeled "1904" suggest chaos or failure. The American flag and institutions in the background indicate national concerns about Democratic resurgence. The title "And the Cat Came Back" (referencing a popular 1893 song) sarcastically suggests the Democrats are attempting a political comeback despite their defeat. The cartoon mocks Democratic prospects for regaining power, portraying their political return as an unwelcome, monstrous intrusion into American politics.