Judge, 1888-05-19 · page 4 of 16
Judge — May 19, 1888 — page 4: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two distinct satirical sections from the American humor magazine *Judge*: **"Hum of the Court"** mocks various contemporary political and social figures through brief anecdotes. References include: - Abram S. Hewitt's inflammatory statement about shooting flag-burners - Senator Fassett's ability to "turn on the light" (unclear reference) - Dr. Mary Walker's claim of daily self-improvement - Judge Muller and Governor Hill (likely New York officials) - John L. Sullivan and a boxer named Mitchell (boxing rivalry) - References to Émile Zola's plagiarism scandal and Victor Hugo **"Why the Elopement Did Not Come Off"** (illustrated bottom right) depicts a couple attempting to elope through a window, with dialogue suggesting practical obstacles to their romantic escape. The satire targets pompous public figures, questionable morality among the powerful, and absurd human behavior generally. Without publication dates visible, precise identification of some figures remains unclear, though the tone suggests 1890s American political and social commentary.
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