A tip to Fatima Ted
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A tip to Fatima Ted
A tip to Fatima Ted. Illustration shows a gigantic figure of Bluebeard labeled Protected Monopolies holding a set of keys identified as the Keys to Rate Regulation, Meat Inspection, Pure Food and Anti-Trust Laws; he is speaking to Theodore Roosevelt dressed as Fatima, telling him that he may go as far as you like, but don t let me catch you in that room! pointing to a room labeled Tariff Revision. Date 1906 August 15. A tip to Fatima Ted. Illustration shows a gigantic figure of Bluebeard labeled Protected Monopolies holding a set of keys identified as the Keys to Rate Regulation, Meat Inspection, Pure Food and Anti-Trust Laws; he is speaking to Theodore Roosevelt dressed as Fatima, telling him that he may go as far as you like, but don t let me catch you in that room! pointing to a room labeled Tariff Revision. Date 1906 August 15
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August 15, 1906: A Tip to 'Fatima Ted' - A Cautionary Tale of Monopolies and Regulation This illustration from Puck magazine captures a pivotal moment in the history of American politics and business, as President Theodore Roosevelt engages in a heated conversation with the personification of Protected Monopolies, labeled as 'Bluebeard.' Dressed as Fatima, a symbol of protective intervention, Roosevelt listens intently as Bluebeard warns him, 'You may go as far as you like, but don't let me catch you in that room!' Bluebeard ominously points to a room labeled 'Tariff Revision.' At the turn of the 20th century, the United States was grappling with the growing power of monopolies and trusts, which threatened to stifle competition and exploit consumers. In response, Roosevelt and other Progressive reformers advocated for stronger regulations, including the Keys to Rate Regulation, Meat Inspection, Pure Food, and Anti-Trust Laws, which Bluebeard holds in this illustration. The tariff revision room symbolizes the ongoing debate over protectionist trade policies, which some believed would shield American industries from foreign competition but could also lead to higher prices for consumers. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between economic growth and regulatory oversight, as well as the ongoing tension between the interests of businesses and the public good. This illustration is a testament to the complex and often contentious issues that shaped American politics and business at the turn of the 20th century. It also underscores the enduring importance of vigilance and regulatory intervention in ensuring a fair and competitive marketplace.
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