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TREASURY CARTOON, 1883. Christmas at Washington. Joseph Kepplers 1883 cartoon from Puck magazine depicts federal officials helping themselves to the tax surplus in the treasury while the taxpayer stands out in the cold
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TREASURY CARTOON, 1883. Christmas at Washington. Joseph Kepplers 1883 cartoon from Puck magazine depicts federal officials helping themselves to the tax surplus in the treasury while the taxpayer stands out in the cold
TREASURY CARTOON, 1883.
Christmas at Washington. Joseph Kepplers 1883 cartoon from Puck magazine depicts federal officials helping themselves to the tax surplus in the treasury while the taxpayer stands out in the cold
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1883 Christmas Tree Commerce Corruption Crime Dance Federal Finance Joseph Keppler Magazine Political Acts Puck Treasury Surplus
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This print titled "TREASURY CARTOON, 1883. Christmas at Washington" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. Created by Joseph Keppler for Puck magazine in 1883, this cartoon cleverly portrays the corruption and political acts prevalent during that time. In this thought-provoking image, federal officials are depicted as greedy individuals helping themselves to the tax surplus stored within the treasury. Meanwhile, standing out in the cold is the taxpayer, symbolizing ordinary citizens who bear the burden of financial mismanagement. The artist's use of satire and humor highlights a pressing issue faced by society then and even now – government corruption. By presenting this scene during Christmas time, Keppler emphasizes how those entrusted with public funds engage in self-serving actions while disregarding their responsibility towards taxpayers. Through his skillful depiction of characters engaged in dance and merriment around a Christmas tree adorned with symbols of commerce and finance, Keppler captures both the absurdity and seriousness of these political crimes. This historic artwork serves as a reminder that issues such as corruption transcend time periods; they persist throughout history. It prompts viewers to reflect on our current political climate and question whether lessons from the past have truly been learned or if similar challenges still exist today.
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