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He won t be happy till he gets it (with profuse apologies to
He won t be happy till he gets it (with profuse apologies to the Pears Soap Baby). Illustration shows a man labeled Organized Greed, possibly Chauncey M. Depew, as a baby trying to climb out of a tub of bath water labeled Special Privilege, reaching for a bar of soap labeled Ship Subsidy. Hanging on the wall in the background is a sign In Graft We Trust. Date 1907 March 6. He won t be happy till he gets it (with profuse apologies to the Pears Soap Baby). Illustration shows a man labeled Organized Greed, possibly Chauncey M. Depew, as a baby trying to climb out of a tub of bath water labeled Special Privilege, reaching for a bar of soap labeled Ship Subsidy. Hanging on the wall in the background is a sign In Graft We Trust. Date 1907 March 6
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He Won't Be Happy Till He Gets It
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Satirical Commentary on Greed and Corruption in the Early 20th Century This illustration, published in Puck magazine on March 6, 1907, offers a biting commentary on the rampant greed and corruption that permeated American society during the early 20th century. The image, titled "He Won't Be Happy Till He Gets It" (with profuse apologies to the Pears Soap Baby), depicts a baby labeled "Organized Greed," likely representing Chauncey M. Depew, a prominent American politician and railroad magnate of the time. The baby is shown attempting to climb out of a tub filled with "Special Privilege" bathwater, reaching for a bar of soap labeled "Ship Subsidy." The background of the illustration includes a wall adorned with a sign that reads "In Graft We Trust," further emphasizing the corrupt nature of the system. The use of the Pears Soap Baby as a reference is a clever nod to the popular advertising campaign of the time, which featured the image of a clean baby to promote the soap. The caption "He Won't Be Happy Till He Gets It" is a playful yet poignant commentary on the insatiable desire for wealth and power that drove many individuals, including politicians, to engage in corrupt practices such as graft and ship subsidies. The image serves as a stark reminder of the moral decay that was prevalent during this period in American history and the need for reform and transparency in government. This illustration is a valuable historical artifact that provides insight into the social and political climate of the early 20th century and the role of satire in shaping public opinion. It is a testament to the power of art to challenge the status quo and provoke thought and discussion on important issues of the day.
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