Judge — June 12, 1909 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine page contains two satirical cartoons about trade policy disputes, likely from the early 1900s. **Top cartoon:** A barrel labeled "SIN" with legs begs politicians for "some kind, quick" tariff reduction. Signs reading "FREE TRADE" and "TARIFF REDUCTION" surround it, suggesting protectionists viewed tariff cuts as morally corrupting commerce. **Bottom cartoon:** Titled "Democratic Stables," it depicts a donkey (the Democratic Party symbol) kicking out a Democratic senator who demands state protections for local goods. The "Old Fashioned Free Trade Democrat" label indicates the cartoonist mocks Democrats for abandoning their traditional free-trade principles to satisfy regional protectionist demands. The overall message critiques politicians—particularly Democrats—for inconsistently abandoning stated principles under pressure from constituents seeking protective tariffs.