Judge — March 17, 1894 — page 2: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Judge Magazine Page The main cartoon, titled "Goldberg's Proverb," depicts a skeletal figure (Death) confronting what appears to be a wealthy or well-dressed man, with the caption: "Fader, I'm disgusted. I trick I will no make a assignment. I go avay disgausted. Vy, mein shild, if at first you don't succeed, try, try again." This appears to be **anti-German satire**, likely from World War I era, using a Yiddish-accented character to mock German persistence or stubbornness. The skeleton representing Death suggests the futility or horror of continued conflict. The surrounding text columns discuss various political topics including military buildup, education, and legal injustice, typical of Judge's satirical commentary on American politics and society. The cartoon's humor relies on ethnic stereotype caricature—common but now-offensive practice of early 20th-century American satire.