Judge — January 7, 1928 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a caricatured male figure in Scottish dress (kilt, cap) holding a rifle, being embraced by a female personification of the "U.S. Treasury." The caption "Lauder and Funnier" appears to be a pun. The cartoon likely references **Harry Lauder**, the famous Scottish entertainer and singer popular in early 20th-century America. The joke seems to satirize either Lauder's commercial success in the U.S. or possibly his involvement in fundraising activities. The "U.S. Treasury" embrace suggests commentary on American spending, financial dealings, or how foreign entertainers profited from American audiences. Without additional historical context, the specific political or financial reference remains unclear, though the satire targets the intersection of entertainment, nationality, and money.