Keep off the grass

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Keep off the grass

Keep off the grass. Illustration shows a police officer labeled Graft Tariff preventing a working class family from having a picnic on the grass while a group of men labeled Beef Trust, Coal Trust, Steel Trust, Lumber Trust, and Clothing Trust, with two servants, one labeled APTL, are having a picnic on the lawn labeled Prosperity. Date 1907 October 23. Keep off the grass. Illustration shows a police officer labeled Graft Tariff preventing a working class family from having a picnic on the grass while a group of men labeled Beef Trust, Coal Trust, Steel Trust, Lumber Trust, and Clothing Trust, with two servants, one labeled APTL, are having a picnic on the lawn labeled Prosperity. Date 1907 October 23

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Puck

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This thought-provoking illustration from the October 23, 1907 issue of Puck magazine captures the stark contrast between the haves and have-nots during the Progressive Era in American history. The image, titled "Keep off the Grass," depicts a police officer, labeled "Graft Tariff," preventing a working-class family from enjoying a picnic on the lush, green grass. The family, dressed in simple clothing, looks dejected and disappointed as they are forced to stand on the sidelines. In the foreground, a group of wealthy men, representing the Beef Trust, Coal Trust, Steel Trust, Lumber Trust, and Clothing Trust, are having a lavish picnic on the same grassy area. They are surrounded by two servants, one labeled "APTL," and seem to be enjoying themselves, oblivious to the plight of the working-class family. The grassy area where they are picnicking is labeled "Prosperity." This illustration is a powerful commentary on the economic inequality and corruption that was rampant during this time period. The trusts, which were monopolies that controlled entire industries, had a stranglehold on the economy and often used their power to exploit workers and suppress competition. The use of a police officer to keep the working class off the grass symbolizes the way in which these powerful entities used their influence to keep the masses at bay and maintain their own power and privilege. The illustration is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by the working class during this time period and the need for reforms to address economic inequality and corruption. It also highlights the importance of holding those in power accountable for their actions and ensuring that everyone has equal access to the resources and opportunities necessary for a good quality of life.

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