Judge, 1897-10-30 · page 9 of 16
Judge — October 30, 1897 — page 9: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a satirical cartoon titled "WHY NOT?" depicting three fashionably dressed women in elaborate early 20th-century attire—featuring large hats, corsets, and ornate clothing typical of the Gibson Girl era. The visible caption reads: "...don't you think you had better take us along too?" The satire likely comments on women's fashion excess or the social dynamics of courtship and companionship during this period. The three women's coordinated appearance and the plea to be "taken along" suggests commentary on matrimonial prospects or social expectations. However, without seeing the full context or setup preceding this panel, the specific target of the satire remains unclear—it could address women's autonomy, fashion trends, or gender relations of the era.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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