Judge — May 4, 1912 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents six political cartoons critiquing early 20th-century American politics and social issues: 1. **"Low Wages"** - A figure is knocked down by low wages, suggesting economic hardship. 2. **"The Magnet"** - Depicts political/labor "rebels" being attracted to various causes (camps, strikes, machines), satirizing unstable political movements. 3. **"The Champ of the Democratic Party"** - Shows a boxer labeled "Clark" holding dumbbells, likely mocking a Democratic political figure's strength or competence. 4. **"Let the People Rule"** - A devil-like figure juggles various societal problems, suggesting chaotic democracy or demagoguery. 5. **"G.O.P."** - A Republican figure stands triumphantly, with "Get Out Please" as commentary. 6. **"Old King Coal"** - Shows coal industry dominance, with a figure sitting atop coal and a dog, likely critiquing coal monopolies or labor exploitation. The overall theme addresses labor disputes, political corruption, and industrial power during the Progressive Era.