Judge — August 6, 1927 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon titled "The Colt" depicts a cowboy riding an "Electric Horse" labeled "The Colt," with mountainous terrain in the background. A support labeled "Third Term" props up the mechanical horse. The satire appears to reference Theodore Roosevelt's presidency and the political controversy surrounding a potential third term. The "electric horse" represents an artificially powered or artificially sustained political candidacy, while "The Colt" likely refers to Roosevelt (known for vigor and youthful energy despite his age). The "Third Term" support structure suggests the cartoon mocks the idea that Roosevelt's third-term ambitions require artificial propping up rather than natural political momentum. The mechanical nature of the horse emphasizes the artificiality of the endeavor.