Judge — May 1, 1909 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a political cartoon titled "UP THE HOLE" from *Judge* magazine. It depicts a rotund, well-dressed man in a pinstriped suit and bowler hat, bending over with a cane, peering down into what appears to be a hole on a rooftop or terrace. The Washington Monument is visible in the background, establishing the setting as Washington, D.C. The cartoon appears to satirize a political figure or corrupt official literally investigating or being implicated in some scandal or financial impropriety—the "hole" likely represents either embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, or another form of corruption. The phrase "up the hole" suggests money or resources going missing or being hidden. Without the publication date, the specific figure remains unclear, but the imagery targets governmental corruption and financial misconduct.