Judge — September 6, 1913 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a massive bulldog wearing academic regalia (a dark robe with a skull emblem), towering over a small human figure in formal dress. The bulldog's aggressive stance and fierce expression suggest institutional power and intimidation. The satire likely critiques college hazing, excessive institutional authority, or the aggressive traditions of collegiate culture—common targets of Progressive Era satirists. The "college bull" appears to represent the overwhelming, brutish nature of collegiate institutions themselves, or possibly criticizes how colleges steamroll individual students. The tiny human figure emphasizes the power imbalance. Without additional context from the magazine's surrounding articles, the specific target—whether hazing rituals, football culture, or administrative overreach—remains unclear, though the commentary on institutional dominance is unmistakable.