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GREAT DEPRESSION CARTOON. This mansion is haunted by non-union ghosts. Keep away. Cartoon on the Great Depression by Otto Soglow, early 1930s
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GREAT DEPRESSION CARTOON. This mansion is haunted by non-union ghosts. Keep away. Cartoon on the Great Depression by Otto Soglow, early 1930s
GREAT DEPRESSION CARTOON.
This mansion is haunted by non-union ghosts. Keep away. Cartoon on the Great Depression by Otto Soglow, early 1930s
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1930s Demonstration Encbr Finance Ghost Great Depression Haunted Mansion Otto Political Union
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In this cartoon print from the early 1930s, artist Otto Soglow sheds light on the haunting reality of the Great Depression. The image portrays a grand mansion, but its opulence is overshadowed by a chilling message: "This mansion is haunted by non-union ghosts. Keep away". Soglow's clever depiction serves as a powerful commentary on the economic and social struggles faced by Americans during this tumultuous era. The dilapidated exterior of the mansion symbolizes the crumbling state of America's economy at that time. The presence of non-union ghosts suggests that workers were being exploited and denied fair wages and working conditions. This political undertone highlights the growing tension between labor unions and big businesses during the Great Depression. Soglow's use of humor in depicting ghosts adds an interesting twist to his portrayal. By personifying these spectral figures as non-union entities, he emphasizes their negative impact on American society while also injecting a touch of satire into his artwork. Overall, this thought-provoking cartoon captures both the despair and resilience prevalent throughout America during one of its darkest periods. It serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, unity among workers can help combat exploitation and pave the way for positive change in our nation's history.
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