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Aaron (Biblical priest)

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The goat of Cannonism

The goat of Cannonism

President Taft, as the biblical Aaron, pushes a goat labeled “Cannon.” Caption: “And the goat shall bear upon him all their iniquities … and he shall let go the goat in the wilderness.” Leviticus XVI, 22.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1910-10-12

Is the Standard Oil the scapegoat for all the trusts?

Is the Standard Oil the scapegoat for all the trusts?

Full color political cartoon depicting President Roosevelt dressed as Aaron, the Biblical figure, laying his hands on the head of a goat representing Standard Oil. The goat has a bell labeled “Prosecution” around its neck and is carrying many bundles that represent other trusts. William Jennings Bryan and William Randolph Hearst are nearby and appear to be clapping.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site

Creation Date

1907