Puck — November 14, 1877 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two political cartoons, printed upside-down relative to each other (a common Puck layout). The **upper cartoon** is titled "THE DARK" and appears to show figures in formal dress engaged in some kind of confrontation or political maneuvering in shadowy conditions. The **lower cartoon** is titled "THE AWAKENING" and depicts figures in what appears to be a more dramatic scene, possibly representing political revelation or exposure coming to light. Without clearer legibility of the OCR text and specific historical labels visible in the image, I cannot confidently identify the particular political figures or events referenced. The cartoons appear to contrast darkness/secrecy with awakening/revelation—likely commentary on contemporary political corruption or scandal—but the specific context remains unclear from this reproduction.