Oliver Twist asks for more
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Oliver Twist asks for more
Oliver Twist asks for more. Illustration shows a large, bloated man labeled Tariff-made Monopoly holding a small dish labeled Dingley Schedule, asking Uncle Sam, standing next to a large fireplace with a large cauldron labeled Protection, for another helping. Date 1908 November 25. Oliver Twist asks for more. Illustration shows a large, bloated man labeled Tariff-made Monopoly holding a small dish labeled Dingley Schedule, asking Uncle Sam, standing next to a large fireplace with a large cauldron labeled Protection, for another helping. Date 1908 November 25
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Date: November 25, 1908 - "Oliver Twist Asks for More": A Satirical Take on Protectionism and Tariffs in Puck Magazine This intriguing illustration from the November 25, 1908 issue of Puck Magazine, titled "Oliver Twist Asks for More," offers a clever commentary on the contentious issues of protectionism and tariffs. The image features a bloated, grotesque figure labeled as "Tariff-made Monopoly," who bears a striking resemblance to Oliver Twist from Charles Dickens' classic novel. He stands before Uncle Sam, who is depicted next to a roaring fireplace and a large cauldron labeled "Protection." The scene is a playful allusion to the famous scene from Oliver Twist where the orphan boy asks for more food, replacing the traditional porridge bowl with a small dish labeled "Dingley Schedule." This reference to the Dingley Tariff Act of 1897, which protected American farmers from foreign competition, underscores the satirical intent of the illustration. The cartoonist uses humor to highlight the excesses and negative consequences of protectionism and high tariffs, as represented by the grotesque figure of Tariff-made Monopoly. The image serves as a reminder of the ongoing debates and controversies surrounding economic policies during this period, and the role of satire in shaping public discourse on political and social issues. This illustration is a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the enduring relevance of Puck Magazine as a historical record of American culture and politics in the early 20th century.
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