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

What you’re looking at

This page satirizes President William Howard Taft's political positions, particularly regarding trade policy and canal fortification. **Top cartoon** ("Taft Introducing the New Member"): Shows Taft presenting a figure labeled "Canada" to a "Prosperity Club," suggesting his promotion of Canadian reciprocal trade agreements. **Middle cartoon** ("Will We Fortify the Canal?"): Depicts military fortifications along the Panama Canal at the U.S.-border line, with Taft appearing uncertain. The satire questions whether Taft will adequately defend American interests in the canal zone. **Bottom cartoon** ("President Taft Hangs Out a New Sign"): Shows the White House with a "DO IT NOW" sign, while Canadian reciprocity agreements remain posted, suggesting Taft's contradictory or delayed policy implementation on trade and defense matters.