Judge — January 21, 1911 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Judge's Billoard: Political Satire Analysis This page from Judge magazine contains three satirical cartoons: **Top cartoon**: Shows a nightmarish vision of Mr. Piekur after buying railroad shares (X, Y, Z) on a 10-point margin—a risky financial practice. The imagery depicts financial ruin through grotesque, surreal consequences. **Middle panel**: Contrasts "Before Election" versus "After Election," showing figures marked "T.R." (Theodore Roosevelt) in different states. On the left, they appear lean and aggressive; on the right, the central figure is notably bloated, suggesting corruption or self-enrichment upon gaining power. **Bottom cartoon**: Titled "Don't Shoot," depicts a battlefield scene, likely commenting on political violence or aggressive rhetoric during a contentious period. The page satirizes financial speculation, political hypocrisy, and electoral consequences.