Judge, 1901-12-21 · page 3 of 16
Judge — December 21, 1901 — page 3: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two satirical cartoons and accompanying text commentary. The upper cartoon, titled "What Kept Him," depicts circus performers and appears to mock someone's health claims. The caption references "Mrs. Hascourt" and "Weary Willie," suggesting commentary on a specific public figure's claims about maintaining vigor through some treatment or lifestyle choice. The lower cartoon, "A Sure Thing," shows men in cowboy attire with horses and firearms, likely satirizing the "Smokeless Powder" debate mentioned in the dialogue below. The text references "Bronco Bill" and discusses shooting accuracy and powder effectiveness—possibly critiquing claims about a new military or commercial powder technology popular at the time. Both cartoons employ exaggerated caricature typical of Judge's satirical style, though the specific individuals and events referenced are unclear without additional historical context.
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