Judge, 1900-11-17 · page 3 of 16
Judge — November 17, 1900 — page 3: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis **Top Cartoon - "Useless Advice":** This depicts street vendors hawking dubious remedies during what appears to be a crime wave or social crisis. Signs advertise "Horrible Sacrifice" and "Great Fire Sale." The satire mocks both the vendors profiting from public fear and the absurdity of their "solutions"—yelling "police" or "fire" won't actually help victims of robbery. It's commentary on exploitative opportunism during social disorder. **Bottom Cartoon - "Two Hobson Traits":** A man presents his dog, named "Hobson," claiming the name reflects either that the dog is a "lighter" (possibly a street criminal) or wants to "kiss everybody." The joke plays on "Hobson's choice" (no real choice) while satirizing someone's character through their pet-naming logic. The specific "Hobson" referenced remains unclear without additional context.
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