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The Officious Passenger, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
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The Officious Passenger, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
The Officious Passenger, 1866. Lord Russell is shown here as the ships captain. The Officious Passenger is John Bright. At the beginning of January, he had given a speech in Rochdale when he had said that the endeavour was to make Parliament the honest and faithful guardian of the interests of all classes in the country. However, his friendly support was, in some quarters, believed to be interference of an officious nature. 1866 was the year which saw the revival of Lord Russells campaign to introduce parliamentary reform. Russell was now the Prime Minister, and his Chancellor, Gladstone, had also become committed to the principle of an extended suffrage. From Punch, or the London Charivari, Janury 20, 1866
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is a captivating print that captures a moment of political satire during the 19th century. In this artwork by John Tenniel, we see Lord Russell portrayed as the ship's captain while John Bright assumes the role of the officious passenger. The image reflects an incident where Bright's well-intentioned support for parliamentary reform was perceived by some as unwanted interference. At the time, Lord Russell was Prime Minister and had revived his campaign for parliamentary reform. His Chancellor, Gladstone, also advocated for an extended suffrage. However, Bright's involvement in championing these reforms raised eyebrows among certain quarters who saw it as meddling rather than genuine support. The cartoon-like depiction showcases various elements such as a loudspeaker and passengers on deck to emphasize its satirical nature. The monochrome engraving adds depth to the image while highlighting key details like dress uniforms and physical appearances of both characters. This historic photograph not only provides insight into 19th-century politics but also serves as a reminder of how public figures were often caricatured in popular media at that time. It offers us a glimpse into an era when political debates surrounding parliamentary reform were at their peak.
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