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Several legislators slicing up a large watermelon, 1882
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Several legislators slicing up a large watermelon, 1882
1576736 Several legislators slicing up a large watermelon, 1882; (add.info.: A free feast for the congressional coloured boys, they are all after a slice Print shows several legislators slicing up a large watermelon labelled "River and Harbour Bill" in an effort to carry off a share for themselves, while Chester A. Arthur sleeps in the shade of a tree in the background. George G. Vest carries off a slice labelled "Pistol-Pocket Harbour", James D. Cameron has carved out a small chunk labelled "Washy Washy Creek", Elbridge G. Lapham is eating a slice labelled "Gowanus Back-Water Gutter", a slice labelled "Blue-Grass Brook" is at the feet of James B. Beck, as he and Warner Miller work at cutting slices labelled "Wood-Pulp Puddle" and "Skatchekoosis Stream-let", Lucius Q. C. Lamar and Joseph E. Brown approach from the background, with large knives.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38406746
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880s Legislators Watermelon Chester Arthur James Cameron Joseph Brown
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In this humorous and satirical print from 1882, we see several legislators indulging in a free feast of a large watermelon labeled "River and Harbour Bill". As they eagerly slice up the juicy fruit to claim their share, Chester A. Arthur can be seen peacefully napping under the shade of a tree in the background.
George G. Vest is depicted carrying off a slice labeled "Pistol-Pocket Harbour", while James D. Cameron carves out a small chunk labeled "Washy Washy Creek". Elbridge G. Lapham enjoys his slice labeled "Gowanus Back-Water Gutter", as James B. Beck and Warner Miller work on cutting slices with labels like "Wood-Pulp Puddle" and "Skatchekoosis Stream-let".
As Lucius Q. C. Lamar and Joseph E. Brown approach with large knives in hand, it's clear that everyone is after their piece of the pie...or rather, watermelon! This scene serves as a playful commentary on politics and greed in America during the 19th century, highlighting how even something as simple as slicing up a watermelon can become symbolic of political maneuvering and self-interest among legislators.
This whimsical image captures both the absurdity and reality of political dealings at that time, reminding us that sometimes even the most mundane activities can reveal deeper truths about human nature and power dynamics within society.
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