Judge — October 6, 1923 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon by W.S. Enright depicts a violent confrontation labeled "The World's Series"—a satirical reference to baseball's World Series championship. The central figure, labeled "PUBLIC," is being attacked by a mob of men labeled "LABOR" and "CAPITAL," who are literally beating him with a baseball bat. The cartoon satirizes labor-capital disputes of the early 20th century, suggesting both sides exploit and harm ordinary citizens during their conflicts. The "World's Series" pun contrasts genteel baseball competition with brutal economic conflict. The public stands defenseless in the center while powerful interests battle, indifferent to civilian suffering. This reflects Judge magazine's critique of labor unrest and industrial violence affecting working Americans.