Rosebery menaced by Hugh Price Hughes and Labby Labouchere
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Rosebery menaced by Hugh Price Hughes and Labby Labouchere
The Dreadful Story about Primrose and the Gee-Gee. Archibald Philip Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery, 1st Earl of Midlothian (1847-1929) - a British Liberal statesman and Prime Minister, pictured clashing with Hugh Price Hughes (1847-1902) and Methodist divine and Radical MP Henry Du Pre Labby Labouchere (1831-1912). Date: 1899
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1899 Archibald Carruthers Clashing Divine Dreadful Francis Gould Hobby Hugh Hughes Labby Labouchere Lampoon Liberal Methodist Midlothian Minister Philip Politicians Preacher Price Prime Primrose Radical Rosebery Struwwelpeter Clashes Hassle Terrorising
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This intriguing late 19th century caricature, titled "The Dreadful Story about Primrose and the Gee-Gee," depicts Archibald Philip Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery, 1st Earl of Midlothian, a prominent British Liberal statesman and Prime Minister, in a tense confrontation with two formidable political adversaries: Reverend Hugh Price Hughes, a Methodist divine and Radical MP, and Henry Du Pre Labouchere, another Radical MP. The cartoon, created by Francis Carruthers Gould, was published in 1899 and is a testament to the intense political climate of the time. Rosebery, portrayed as a dapper gentleman on horseback, is being menaced by Hughes and Labouchere, who are depicted as intimidating figures. Hughes, with his long, pointed beard and fierce expression, is shown brandishing a large stick, while Labouchere, with a menacing grin, holds a whip. The caption "The Dreadful Story about Primrose and the Gee-Gee" suggests that the two politicians were giving Rosebery a hard time, possibly during parliamentary debates or public speeches. The caricature is reminiscent of the popular children's book "Struwwelpeter" by Heinrich Hoffmann, with its exaggerated and grotesque depictions of characters. However, unlike the playful tone of "Struwwelpeter," this caricature conveys a sense of political tension and conflict. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of late 19th century Britain, where politicians were not shy about using strong language and intimidation tactics to get their point across. It also highlights the role of religious and moral issues in political debates, as Hughes, as a Methodist minister, would have brought a strong moral perspective to his political activism.
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