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The Boy for our Money, 1860
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The Boy for our Money, 1860
The Boy for our Money, 1860. Diz says: Better let me Carry it for yer, Sir!. John Bull replies: Never again! I Tried you Before. Here we see the patriarchal John Bull, his hand protectively on the shoulder of the boy Gladstone who carries the Budget bag for the country. Although direct taxation had increased in the recent Budget, indirect taxation had been quite substantially reduced. The little crossing sweeper, Disraeli, offers to carry the bag. Disraeli had, of course, been the Chancellor of the Exchequer in the last Conservative government. John Bull declines Disraelis offer to take the burden of the Budget bag. This was a time when it was common for crossing sweeper boys to run errands for people living or working close to their regular crossings in order to earn a little extra. From Punch, or the London Charivari, March 3, 1860
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In this print titled "The Boy for our Money, 1860" we witness a significant moment in British politics. The esteemed figure of John Bull, representing the patriarchal authority, stands with his hand protectively placed on the shoulder of young Gladstone. As Gladstone carries the Budget bag for the country, symbolizing its financial burden, it is evident that he holds great responsibility. Despite an increase in direct taxation in the recent Budget, there has been a substantial reduction in indirect taxation. This shift is reflected by Disraeli, known as a crossing sweeper boy offering to carry the bag. Having previously served as Chancellor of the Exchequer under a Conservative government, Disraeli understands fiscal matters well. However, John Bull declines Disraeli's offer and firmly clings onto Gladstone's shoulder. This refusal signifies John Bull's lack of trust or confidence in Disraeli's ability to handle such an important task again. During this era, crossing sweeper boys often ran errands for nearby residents to earn extra income. The image captures not only political dynamics but also social realities of Victorian Britain. This monochrome engraving from Punch magazine provides us with a glimpse into 19th-century Britain and its intricate political landscape. It serves as a reminder of how power dynamics and responsibilities were intricately woven into society during that time period.
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