Judge — October 27, 1917 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts four soldiers marching in formation, each carrying a rifle with bayonet, alongside what appears to be a military or governmental figure on the right. Above them is a map of what looks like the western United States. The title "RAW MATERIAL INTO..." (text cut off) suggests the cartoon's theme concerns converting raw materials into something else—likely military personnel or war production. Given Judge magazine's satirical nature, this appears to critique American military recruitment or conscription, portraying soldiers as "raw material" to be processed. The cartoon likely comments on militarization or preparedness during a period of geopolitical tension, though the specific historical moment remains unclear without the complete caption and date.