Life — May 27, 1915 — page 26: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon depicts a figure dressed as a pirate or vagabond standing in the rain holding an umbrella, looking bedraggled and distressed. The caption "THE LAW AS TO PIRATES" suggests commentary on how laws treat pirates or criminal elements. The exact satirical target is unclear from the image alone, but the figure's shabby appearance and vulnerable stance—contrasted with the dignified title "The Law"—likely mocks either how laws inadequately punish piracy, or how laws treat marginalized/criminal populations with contempt. The rainy, desolate setting emphasizes the subject's miserable condition. Without additional context about the publication date or political climate, the specific target remains uncertain.