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Life — October 23, 1913 — page 20: Life, 1913-10-23

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This cartoon depicts a male athlete labeled "WILSON" carrying a flag marked "TARIFF" while running. The illustration appears to reference President Woodrow Wilson and a political campaign or policy initiative related to tariff reform. The satire suggests Wilson is championing tariff policy as a fight "for the people," as indicated by the partially visible caption below. The runner imagery and flag convey momentum and victory in this political struggle. The artist's signature reads "BROUGHTON." Without the complete caption text, the precise historical context remains unclear, though this likely relates to Wilson-era trade policy debates—a significant political issue of the 1910s-1920s period. The overall message appears celebratory of Wilson's tariff position.

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GBrovGhToN The Winner “A FIGHT FOR THE PEOPLE AND FoR Fi THROUGH, HAS AT LAST BESBMD comicbooks.com