Judge, 1887-11-05 · page 4 of 16
Judge — November 5, 1887 — page 4: what you’re looking at
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# Judge Magazine Satire Analysis This page from Judge contains several brief social satires typical of the magazine's "Hum of the Court" section: **Top cartoon ("Hated to be Disturbed")**: Depicts a man annoyed at being awakened late at night, with dialogue about hair cutting and tooth-pulling—mocking the trivial complaints of the wealthy. **Bottom cartoon ("Defensive Modesty")**: Shows a hostess apologizing to a guest about her daughter's modest dress, ironically suggesting that old-fashioned propriety in women's fashion is becoming outdated as modern games gain acceptance. **Text items** mock various contemporary figures: an Englishman claiming authorship of "Baby Mine," Hugh Conway's writing, a woman advertising her 300-pound child, and jokes about General Wadsworth's daughter rejecting the Duke of Marlborough. References to the Battle of Bull Run and John Swinton suggest Civil War-era content. The overall tone satirizes Victorian social pretension, changing mores regarding women's dress, and prominent public figures of the period.
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