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# "At the Golden Fleece Hotel" Cartoon Analysis This cartoon satirizes a hotel billing dispute. A patron (left, in hat) confronts the proprietor (center, behind counter) about an inflated bill, while another guest (right) listens. The patron claims a $20 charge for "two weeks' board and extras" is excessive, protesting "the addition's right, but I've got more money than that." The satire targets exploitative innkeeping practices—the "Golden Fleece" name itself suggests fleecing (defrauding) guests. The humor lies in the patron's absurd defense: he's not disputing the math, only claiming he shouldn't have to pay everything he's worth. This mocks both dishonest hoteliers and wealthy travelers' entitlement.
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