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Caricature - William Eugene Pussyfoot Johnson
Satirical postcard, railing against the arrival in Great Britain of William Eugene " Pussyfoot" Johnson ), a leading American advocate of prohibition. He is caricatured here at Pussyfoot Nosey Parker from the USA ! He was a less than reputable character, hence the Pinnocchio nose! Date: 1919
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This satirical postcard from 1919 depicts William Eugene "Pussyfoot" Johnson, an infamous American advocate for prohibition, as he arrives in Great Britain. Johnson, who earned his nickname due to his sneaky and underhanded tactics, was a less than reputable character known for his long, Pinnocchio-like nose, which adds to the caricatured portrayal here as "Pussyfoot Nosey Parker." At the time, Johnson was a prominent figure in the United States' prohibition movement, campaigning tirelessly for the passage of laws banning the production, sale, and consumption of alcohol. His arrival in Britain came as the country was grappling with its own alcohol consumption habits, with some calling for similar prohibition measures. However, Johnson's reputation preceded him, and his disreputable past was well-known. He was often criticized for his questionable tactics and outright lies in his advocacy efforts. This satirical postcard captures the essence of the skepticism and ridicule that greeted Johnson's arrival in Britain, with the caption "Uncle Sam's Long Nosey Uncle" and the tagline "From the USA" serving to emphasize his foreign status and the potential for mischief. Despite the satire, the arrival of figures like Johnson underscores the complex and contentious debates surrounding alcohol consumption and prohibition that were taking place in both the United States and Great Britain during this time period. The image serves as a reminder of the ongoing debates and the role of satire and caricature in shaping public opinion and discourse.
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