Judge, 1905-11-11 · page 7 of 16
Judge — November 11, 1905 — page 7: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains several brief satirical humor pieces typical of early 20th-century American comedy: **"He Took the Hint"**: A flirtation joke where a woman cleverly rebuffs a man's advance by saying she'd scream—*if he needed encouragement*—implying he wouldn't. **"At the Fair"**: Ethnic humor featuring "Mr. Goldski," a Jewish character, discussing fair prices in exaggerated dialect, a common stereotype in period humor. **"Means to an End"**: Irish immigrant characters (Mike and Pat) discuss using whiskey and quinine to treat malaria—satirizing period medical misconceptions and immigrant speech patterns. **"Thanksgiving Service at the Zoo"**: A preacher nervously leads service while zoo animals roar during hymns, suggesting both the absurdity of holding religious services in such settings and potential irreverence. The remaining items are brief joke exchanges. The overall tone reflects Judge's characteristic blend of class-based, ethnic, and observational humor popular in this era—much relying on stereotyped dialects and immigrant caricatures now considered offensive.
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