Puck — February 13, 1878 — page 2: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Page Content Summary This page is primarily **text-based editorial content** rather than political cartoons. It includes: 1. **Magazine masthead and subscription information** for Puck magazine (New York) 2. **"Puck's Almanac" advertisement** promoting over 10,000 copies sold 3. **"Where is the Pope?"** - A lengthy article discussing Pope Pius IX's death and its artistic/theological implications, examining whether the Pope should be depicted in modern artwork and cosmic symbolism 4. **"Puck's Valentines on Skates"** - Commentary on figure skating performances by "Carl Schurz on Skates," discussing how artists can create "stronger combinations" in artistic skating 5. **Various short satirical items** about contemporary figures and social commentary (Mrs. Sherman, elections, church fairs) The page functions as a **satirical newspaper/magazine** mixing humor, social criticism, and entertainment rather than featuring prominent political cartoons. The tone is witty and critical of contemporary society and figures.