Judge, 1912-06-15 · page 15 of 28
Judge — June 15, 1912 — page 15: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a satirical cartoon from *Judge* magazine featuring a large bearded male head labeled "HUGHES" at the top. A small figure stands before it, appearing to speak or present something to the massive face. The caption reads "LISTENING," which suggests irony—likely implying that despite appearing to listen, Hughes is not actually receptive or responsive. The exaggerated scale contrast emphasizes power imbalance or dismissiveness. Without the publication date visible, I cannot identify which Hughes this references (the name was common among prominent figures). The cartoon likely satirizes a contemporary political or business figure known for ignoring public opinion or stakeholder concerns, despite outward appearances of attentiveness.