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Antisemitic Cartoon from *Puck*, February 6, 1884Antisemitic Cartoon from *Puck*, February 6, 1884

Full-page color cartoon from the February 6, 1884, issue of *Puck*, a satirical weekly magazine published in New York City. The cartoon, titled "The Tammany Fagin and His Pupils," depicts Tammany Hall politicians as pupils of Fagin, presented as a Hasidic Jew with Tammany funds in his pocket. The image is overtly antisemitic.

Antisemitic Cartoon from *Puck*, January 1, 1881Antisemitic Cartoon from *Puck*, January 1, 1881

A full-page color cartoon from the periodical *Puck*, published in New York, New York on January 1, 1881. The cartoon, titled "A Hint to the Hebrews," depicts Jews on a floating hotel resort called the "Hotel de Jerusalem." The cartoon is overtly antisemitic in nature. This item is from Volume G, Page 8 of the archive.

Antisemitic Cartoon from a New York City Newspaper, August 19, 1882Antisemitic Cartoon from a New York City Newspaper, August 19, 1882

Full-page color antisemitic cartoon from a New York City newspaper, published August 19, 1882. The cartoon depicts two scenes, one titled "Business" and the other "Pleasure," and spans from Chatham Street to the seashore. The newspaper's name is not specified. This item is from Arc.MS.56, Volume E, Page 10.

Antisemitic Cartoon: 'The American Stage'Antisemitic Cartoon: 'The American Stage'

Full-page black and white antisemitic cartoon titled "The American Stage...In the Role of the Lion's Bride." The cartoon depicts a lion with a Jewish face controlling the stage. Published January 17, 1901. Geographic context: New York, NY.

Antisemitic Cartoon: "An Interesting Question"Antisemitic Cartoon: "An Interesting Question"

A full-page black and white antisemitic cartoon published on June 22, 1893. The cartoon depicts rats with immigrant faces, posing the question: "An Interesting Question... How long will it be before the rats own the garden & the man is out?"

Antisemitic Cartoon: "Our Old Friend the Octopus"Antisemitic Cartoon: "Our Old Friend the Octopus"

A full-page black and white antisemitic cartoon depicting "Our Old Friend the Octopus" in the role of "The Theatrical Trust." The cartoon features a Jewish face and Jerusalem in the background. Published on December 9, 1897. The cartoon is characterized by its antisemitic imagery and themes.

Derso & Kelen Cartoon of Bernard Baruch and Atomic Energy Commission Delegates, September 2, 1946Derso & Kelen Cartoon of Bernard Baruch and Atomic Energy Commission Delegates, September 2, 1946

A photograph of a Derso & Kelen cartoon depicting Bernard Baruch and fellow delegates to the United Nations Atomic Energy Commission (UNAEC) as musketeers. The cartoon was a 76th birthday gift to Baruch in 1946, as reported in Time Magazine on September 2, 1946. The photograph shows the cartoon signed by all five delegates. The description includes biographical information about Bernard Baruch, detailing his career in finance, his roles as advisor to Presidents Wilson and Roosevelt, and his contributions during World Wars I and II. It also covers his work with the UNAEC and his proposal for international control of atomic energy.

French Puzzle Card: Uncle Sam's TroublesFrench Puzzle Card: Uncle Sam's Troubles

A French puzzle card depicting "Uncle Sam's Troubles," likely dating from around 1882. The reverse side displays an advertisement for a hat, cap, fur, and men's furnishing house located at 60 Main Street. The card's imagery suggests a commentary on political or social issues of the time. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, housed in Box 2, Folder 59.

Periodical - Puck, New York, New York, 1879Periodical - Puck, New York, New York, 1879

This item is an issue of the periodical "Puck" from 1879, featuring an antisemitic political cartoon by Joseph Keppler titled "The New Judea." The cartoon depicts a chaotic scene with caricatured figures associated with the "Jewish Colonization Company" and the "Office of the Superintendent," including individuals handling animals, an "old clothes" vendor, and people arriving by cart, implying a critique or satire of Jewish settlement efforts. The artwork is a lithograph, characteristic of the era's political cartoons. The reverse side contains additional articles and text. 3.

Periodical - Puck, New York, NY, December 8, 1880Periodical - Puck, New York, NY, December 8, 1880

This double-page spread from Puck, dated December 8, 1880, features the political cartoon "The Chosen People" by Joseph Keppler. The cartoon presents an antisemitic caricature of a Jewish peddler, depicted with items labeled "sobriety," "industry," "literature," and "prosperity," seemingly "thumbing his nose" at figures representing Bismarck, Hilton, and Corbin. The accompanying caption reads: "I have thriven on this sort of thing for Eighteen Centuries--Go on, gentlemen, Persecution helps de Pizness." The illustration is a color lithograph, characteristic of Puck's pioneering use of this technique for caricature, known for its caustic wit. The spread also includes other articles and textual content typical of the period's periodicals.

Puck: Antisemitic Cartoon, August 12, 1884Puck: Antisemitic Cartoon, August 12, 1884

A full-page color cartoon from the August 12, 1884, issue of the satirical weekly *Puck*, published in New York, New York. The cartoon, titled "When honest men fall out thieves have to suffer," depicts Mrs. Mandelbaum, a receiver of stolen goods, and is overtly antisemitic.

Puck: July 29, 1891 Issue Featuring Antisemitic CartoonPuck: July 29, 1891 Issue Featuring Antisemitic Cartoon

A double-page, color cartoon from the July 29, 1891 issue of *Puck*, a satirical weekly newspaper published in New York City. The cartoon depicts a caricature of a Jewish person surrounded by figures representing historical persecutors, accompanied by a poem emphasizing the theme of enduring persecution.

Trade Card: L. Hirschberg, Clothing, Cambridge, OhioTrade Card: L. Hirschberg, Clothing, Cambridge, Ohio

This trade card features a political cartoon of James G. Blaine, a prominent Republican figure in the late 19th century, with the text "Vote for whom you please, but buy your clothing from L. Hirschberg." The cartoon's style is typical of political cartoons from that era. The back of the card is an advertisement from a printer offering similar cards for $2.50 per 1000.