Judge, 1908-01-04 · page 3 of 16
Judge — January 4, 1908 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains several satirical pieces typical of Judge's humor: **"A Change Desired"** (top): A domestic scene where a wife requests her husband arrange his hair differently, claiming it completely changes his appearance. The satire targets vanity and marital dynamics around physical appearance. **"The Stuttering Sonneteer"** and **"Curt, But True"**: Brief humorous verse pieces about social awkwardness and weather predictions. **"Office Personalities"**: Descriptions of archetypal office workers—the blotter, receptionist, ink-well, scissors, paste-pot, and others—each characterized by exaggerated professional traits. This satirizes workplace stereotypes and bureaucratic tedium. **"Not Expected of Him"** (bottom cartoon): Shows what appears to be a priest or religious figure with a child, with dialogue about an office job, likely satirizing unexpected behavior or role-breaking. The page exemplifies Judge's social satire targeting everyday American life, workplace culture, and domestic situations.
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