Judge, 1914-12-05 · page 17 of 36
Judge — December 5, 1914 — page 17: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a satirical illustration from *Judge* magazine depicting a figure in white clothing against a black background. The caption reads "A Burglar Who Brings," suggesting ironic commentary on a criminal who paradoxically brings something (rather than steals). The image likely satirizes a contemporary political or social figure—possibly a politician or public official characterized as a "burglar" (corrupt, thieving) who nonetheless "brings" some benefit or gift to the public. Without additional context or visible identifying details, the specific target remains unclear, though the stark, dramatic presentation emphasizes the contradiction between the figure's criminal nature and their claimed generosity or positive contribution.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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