Life — November 10, 1898 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical illustration depicting a dramatic underground or cave scene. The caption "WHY, ALGER! THEY ARE POINTING AT ME, TOO!" suggests commentary on a figure named Alger (likely referring to Horatio Alger, the famous author of "rags-to-riches" stories, or possibly a political figure of the era). The composition shows multiple figures pointing accusingly at what appears to be a central character in black. The setting and dramatic gestures suggest themes of blame, accusation, or guilt being shared among multiple parties. Without additional context about the specific publication date and political climate, the exact satirical target remains somewhat unclear, though the image appears to critique either hypocrisy or collective wrongdoing among the figures depicted.