Judge, 1908-09-26 · page 3 of 16
Judge — September 26, 1908 — page 3: what you’re looking at
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This Judge magazine page contains several satirical pieces and illustrations typical of early 20th-century American humor: **"A Sailor Maid"** is a humorous poem about a woman from Ohio who sails a boat despite lacking maritime experience—poking fun at unconventional gender roles. **"Ought to be Entered in the Olympiad"** mocks automotive sales claims through dialogue between a car buyer and dealer, satirizing exaggerated marketing about speed records. **"Chose the Lesser Evil"** depicts a domestic dispute where a husband avoided marrying his sweetheart due to a duel, choosing instead to marry her—dark humor about marriage as the "lesser evil." **"Shades and Tints"** and **"The Limit"** are brief joke sections about everyday social situations and fantasies. The overall page represents Judge's typical blend of domestic humor, gender-role satire, and commentary on consumerism and marriage—reflecting early 1900s American anxieties about modernity.
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