Judge — October 21, 1911 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon satirizes what appears to be a competitive race for high office. On the left stands Uncle Sam (identifiable by his top hat and patriotic attire marked "CHOICE"), gesturing dismissively at a horse-drawn carriage approaching from the right. The carriage carries a figure wearing the number "13" and appears labeled with names including "HARMON" and "CLARK." A small dog pulls alongside. The "Blue Ribbon" likely refers to first prize or victory in an election. Uncle Sam's gesture and the title "Swell Chance" convey sarcasm—suggesting the carriage's occupants have little realistic prospect of winning. The cartoon mocks what it views as an unlikely or absurd candidacy, though without a date, the specific election and candidates remain unclear.