Judge — 1891 — page 3: what you’re looking at

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# Funny Things from Judge (1890) This is a title page for a collection of humorous poems and stories from *Judge* magazine, illustrated by prominent cartoonists of the era including Victor, Hamilton, Zim, and S.B. Griffith. The central illustration depicts grotesque caricatured figures emerging from or surrounding open pages labeled "Funny" and "From Judge." The exaggerated characters—with wild hair, distorted features, and theatrical poses—embody the satirical spirit of the publication itself. One figure holds a serving tray, another appears drunken or disoriented. The imagery suggests *Judge's* content as chaotic, irreverent comedy meant to satirize contemporary society. The grotesque style was typical of late-19th-century American humor magazines, which employed caricature and exaggeration as primary comedic tools. The specific targets of individual pieces aren't identifiable from this title page alone.