Judge — February 23, 1907 — page 3: what you’re looking at

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# "Some Washington Pointers" This Judge page presents a dialogue about George Washington's life and achievements, apparently timed to his birthday (February 22). The main cartoon shows a street scene where a man (likely representing a teacher or authority figure) lectures children about Washington's humble origins, military service, and presidency. The satire appears to target how Washington's biography was being presented to children—emphasizing his legendary status while glossing over complex details. The text mocks overly romanticized accounts, with characters correcting exaggerations (like the cherry tree story). A secondary illustration labeled "The Lone Pupil" shows a classroom scene, likely satirizing educational methods or student attention spans when learning patriotic history. The overall point seems to critique how American civic education simplified and mythologized historical figures.