A complete, restored issue of Judge from 1891-10-17 — all 16 pages of color political cartoons and topical humor, free to page through at comicbooks.com.

On the cover: # Judge Magazine - October 17, 1891 This satirical cartoon depicts a rotund, well-dressed man in an ornate coat with decorative tassels, striking a boastful pose. The caption reads "I HAVE A LITTLE BOOM OF MY OWN NOW!" The figure appears to be a political or business leader claiming independent success or influence. The exaggerated physique and pompous clothing suggest satire of self-importance or pretension. The "boom" likely references either economic prosperity or political momentum the subject claims to possess. Without additional context about 1891 current events, the specific identity remains unclear, though the style indicates this mocks someone recently elevated in status who's now bragging about their newfound power or wealth. The artistic rendering emphasizes vanity and overconfidence.

🖼️ Every page has a plain-English note on what you’re looking at — the figures, the references, the point of the satire.

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