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Ready for the next. Illustration shows Uncle Sam as a matador wiping the blood off his sword after dispatching a bull labeled Beef Trust in a bullring with a portly man labeled Monoply anxiously leaning over the wall. Date 1905 February 22. Ready for the next. Illustration shows Uncle Sam as a matador wiping the blood off his sword after dispatching a bull labeled Beef Trust in a bullring with a portly man labeled Monoply anxiously leaning over the wall. Date 1905 February 22
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Ready for the Next - Uncle Sam as Matador vs. Monopoly and the Beef Trust,
EDITORS COMMENTS
Puck Magazine, February 22, 1905 This political cartoon, published in Puck Magazine on February 22, 1905, depicts Uncle Sam in the role of a brave matador, standing victorious in a Spanish bullring. The bull, ominously labeled "Beef Trust," lies defeated at his feet, its lifeless body a symbol of the trust's dominance in the meat industry at the time. The Beef Trust, an industrial combination of meatpackers, had been under investigation for antitrust violations, and this illustration reflects the public's anticipation of the outcome of the ongoing investigation. In the background, a portly man labeled "Monopoly" anxiously leans over the bullring wall, his worried expression reflecting the concerns of those who feared the potential consequences of monopolistic practices in various industries. Uncle Sam's triumphant stance and the blood on his sword suggest that he is ready to take on the next challenge, symbolizing the government's commitment to protect consumers and maintain fair competition. This powerful and evocative image, created by an unknown artist for Puck Magazine, offers a glimpse into the political climate of the early 20th century and the public's fascination with the ongoing antitrust investigations. The cartoon's enduring appeal lies in its ability to encapsulate the spirit of the times and the ongoing debate over the role of monopolies in American business and society.
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