Judge — November 21, 1908 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# Judge Magazine - November 21, 1908 This Thanksgiving-themed cover cartoon depicts a turkey on a patriotic pedestal being threatened by a menacing figure perched on top. The caption reads "COME OFF THE PERCH!" with the subtitle "THIS IS MY DAY," SAYS THE TURK." The cartoon appears to be political satire, likely referencing the 1908 presidential election. The turkey—representing either a candidate or political position of prominence—is being challenged to "come down" from its elevated status. The aggressive figure threatening the turkey seems to represent a challenger or opposing political force. The patriotic shield and American iconography suggest this concerns domestic politics. The specific election or political struggle referenced remains unclear without additional historical context, but the message is one of political challenge and competitive displacement.