American anti-gambling cartoon
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American anti-gambling cartoon
An American anti-gambling cartoon, showing a Rum-Soaked Old Sport sitting at a table. The verse below ends: It would be very hard to find / A more worthless, useless sample of mankind. Date: 1906
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Media ID 14231912
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Alcohol Anti Bottle Check Cigar Gambler Gamblers Gambling Loser Soaked Tobacco Umbrella Useless Degenerate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This and colorful cartoon, hailing from the early 1900s, depicts an "Old Sport" who has succumbed to the destructive allure of gambling. The scene is set at a dimly lit table, where the Rum-Soaked Gambler, wearing a top hat and holding a cigar, is deeply engrossed in a game of cards. His disheveled appearance and the bottle of alcohol next to him are clear indicators of his heavy reliance on both gambling and liquor. The verse below the image reads, "It would be very hard to find / A more worthless, useless sample of mankind." The turn of the century was a time when anti-gambling sentiments ran high in America, and this cartoon is a powerful representation of the negative consequences of excessive gambling and alcohol consumption. The Old Sport's checkered suit, umbrella leaning against the table, and the smoke rising from his cigar all add to the overall mood of the image. This historical piece offers a glimpse into the past, shedding light on the societal concerns of the time and serving as a reminder of the potential pitfalls of vice. The 1906 date associated with this cartoon places it in an era when the United States was undergoing significant social and cultural changes. The Progressive Era, which began in the late 1800s and continued into the early 1900s, was marked by a renewed focus on social reform and moral improvement. This cartoon, with its stark depiction of the destructive nature of gambling and the consequences of excessive drinking, reflects the values and concerns of the time. In summary, this and colorful American anti-gambling cartoon from 1906 offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the negative consequences of vice and the societal concerns of the early 1900s.
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