Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Puck Magazine ran a series of cartoons critical of Maine Republican James G. Blaine, who was serving as secretary of state. When Blaine ran for president in 1884, Puck opposed his election with political cartoons. This 1889 cartoon suggests Blaine was again eyeing the presidency.
About This Item
- Title: Puck cartoon about James G. Blaine, 1889
- Creation Date: 1889-01-16
- Subject Date: 1889-01-16
- Location: USA
- Media: Ink on paper
- Dimensions: 35 cm x 27 cm
- Local Code: OS - 11
- Object Type: Text and Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- United States--Politics and government--Caricatures and cartoons
- Political cartoons
- Cartoons (Commentary)
- Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830-1893--Caricature
- Puck Magazine--Illustrations
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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