An eruption of Mount Teddy
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An eruption of Mount Teddy
An eruption of Mount Teddy. Illustration shows President Theodore Roosevelt as a volcano erupting and spewing a dark cloud labeled Tax on Wealth, which causes an elephant labeled GOP. to race for safety; on the left, is a mountain shaped like Charles W. Fairbanks, looking very stoic. Date 1906 May 2. An eruption of Mount Teddy. Illustration shows President Theodore Roosevelt as a volcano erupting and spewing a dark cloud labeled Tax on Wealth, which causes an elephant labeled GOP. to race for safety; on the left, is a mountain shaped like Charles W. Fairbanks, looking very stoic. Date 1906 May 2
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An Eruption of Mount Teddy: A Political Volatility in 1906 This illustration, published on May 2, 1906, in Puck Magazine, depicts an extraordinary eruption of Mount Teddy. The image personifies President Theodore Roosevelt as a towering volcano, spewing forth a dark cloud labeled "Tax on Wealth." The tax, a contentious issue during Roosevelt's presidency, had been proposed by the Republican Party, led by Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks, who is portrayed as a stoic mountain on the left. The eruption of Mount Teddy sends the elephant symbolizing the GOP party racing for safety, highlighting the political upheaval caused by the proposed tax. The illustration masterfully conveys the political tension and volatility of the time, with Roosevelt's fiery eruption symbolizing his progressive stance on taxation and the Republican Party's reluctance to embrace it. This cartoon, created by an unknown artist, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the early 20th century. The image's bold use of symbolism and satire reflects the power of political cartoons as a medium for commenting on current events and shaping public opinion. The illustration's publication in Puck Magazine, a prominent and influential periodical of the time, further underscores its significance in American political history. This image continues to resonate today, offering a unique perspective on the political debates and tensions that defined the Progressive Era.
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