Judge, 1909-01-16 · page 14 of 16
Judge — January 16, 1909 — page 14: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising** interspersed with several short humorous anecdotes in the "Stories About People" column. The main illustrated cartoon, "The Modern Way of Keeping the Cook," depicts a domestic scene where a woman (presumably the cook) is being physically restrained or held back by multiple family members, suggesting difficulty in retaining household staff—a relatable concern for affluent readers of the era. The text stories reference **William Jennings Bryan** (three-time presidential candidate), **Senator Smith of Michigan**, and **James Whitcomb Riley** (celebrated American poet). The Bryan anecdote jokes about his reputation as a storyteller and failed presidential ambitions. The Riley story contrasts living authors with deceased ones, suggesting contemporary writers sacrifice longevity for commercial success. The "Rather Hoggish" anecdote, attributed to Police Commissioner Bingham, satirizes wealthy businessmen who abandon civic responsibilities for personal indulgence—a critique of Gilded Age excess. The advertisements promote luxury goods (Philip Morris cigarettes, whiskey, hotels) to Judge's affluent readership.
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