Judge — September 23, 1905 — page 2: what you’re looking at

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# Judge Magazine Page Analysis This page contains satirical commentary rather than political cartoons. The main articles mock contemporary issues: **"The Poem the President Praised"** critiques a poem about "The House on the Hill," defending it against accusations of being "nebulous." The piece defends the poem's artistic merit while subtly questioning the president's judgment in praising it. **"The Fine Art of Flat-Living"** satirizes Chicago's new school of "applied science" promoting efficient apartment living. Judge mocks this as impractical social engineering—cramming families into tiny spaces with synchronized meal times and shared resources. The satire suggests this experiment in "character-controlling customs" reflects misguided Progressive-era efficiency movements. The illustrations show figures in cramped, absurd living situations, emphasizing Judge's skepticism toward urban reform initiatives.