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Democracy’s plight

Democracy’s plight

Print shows William Jennings Bryan, John P. Jones, and Arthur P. Gorman mesmerized by a large menacing genie carrying a sword labeled “Free Silver” that has emerged from an oversized urn. George G. Vest has his ear to the ground and is unaware of the presence of the genie.

Caption: “At the appearance of this huge monster, the fisherman wished to run away; but his fear was so great he was unable to move.” The Arabian Nights Entertainments.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1899-10-11