Judge, 1911-04-29 · page 21 of 26
Judge — April 29, 1911 — page 21: what you’re looking at
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This page from *Judge* magazine contains primarily **humorous short jokes and advertisements** rather than political cartoons requiring historical context. The content includes: 1. **"Spring"** poem mocking amateur baseball players whose springtime dreams of glory fade when they return to farm life by April—a gentle satire on youthful illusions. 2. **"Dame Nature Hints"** — a testimonial (likely paid advertising disguised as editorial) promoting Postum cereal and Grape-Nuts as digestive aids, claiming they cured headaches and constipation. 3. **Various short jokes** about newlyweds, children, and social pretense (a woman's artificial blush washing away in rain). 4. **Advertisement for Durham-Duplex Razors** and **Pears' Soap**. The page reflects early 1900s concerns: digestive health anxiety, amateur athletics, and product advertising. The humor is gentle domestic comedy rather than sharp political satire—typical of *Judge*'s lighter content mixed with advertising revenue.
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New York Electrical School | Offers to men a: fo applied elect 21 West Seventeenth St, NEW YORK Spring. ULL many a dub of purest ray serene Now beats it southward with a base- ball team, And each within his armor-plated bean Harbors a dream—a glad but hopeless dream. They fondly dream of mighty three-base clouts, With bases crowded and the score a tie; Already they can hear the gladsome shouts That echo from the bleachers to the sky. Ah, many are the battles won in spring By youthful heroes all unknown to fame! How mighty the little pill they sting! Their clouting breaks up many a fancied game. But when the ides of April roll around, Where is the mighty swat—the iron arm? The hero of the springtime may be found Back milking cows upon the old man’s farm. —Milwaukee Sentinel. Dame Nature Hints WHEN THE FOOD IS NOT SUITED. When Nature gives her signal that something is wrong it is generally with the food; the old Dame is always faith- ful and one should act at once. To put off the change is to risk that which may be irreparable. An Arizona man says: “For years I could not safely eat any breakfast. I tried all kinds of break- fast foods, but they were all soft, starchy messes, which gave me distress- ing headaches. I drank strong coffee, too, which appeared to benefit me at the time, but added to the headaches after- wards. Toast and coffee were no bet- ter, for I found the toast very consti- pating. “*A friend persuaded me to quit coffee and the starchy breakfast foods, and use Postum and Grape-Nuts instead. I shall never regret taking his advice. “The change they have worked in me is wonderful. I now have no more of the distressing sensations in my stomach after eating, and I never have any head- aches. I have gained 12 pounds in weight and feel better in every way. Grape-Nuts make a delicious as well as a nutritious dish, and I find that Postum is easily digested and never produces dyspepsia symptoms.’” Name given by Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich. Get the little book, ‘‘The Road to Wellville,"’ in packages. ‘‘There’s a Reason.’" ‘ Ever read the above letter? A mew one appears from time to Ume. They are genuine, true, and full of human interest. | The Same Old Game.—In the Metro- politan Museum a couple of newlyweds stopped to gaze at the Discus Thrower. **Who do you suppose that represents, Archibald?” asked the young woman. “I’m not sure,’’ replied the husband; “but I judge that it is some ancient Greek or Roman getting rid of his wife’s first loaf of bread.”"—Youngstown Tele- gram. Just for a Change.—Johnny—'*Mam- ma, I wish I had a little siste: Mamma—‘‘Why do you wish dear?” Johnny Cause I'm tired of teasin’ the cat."’—Catholic News. that, Motners will tind Mrs. Winslow's Seething Syrup the best remedy for their childre: ‘a bottle. Modesty. A dab of powder here and there, Then Gertrude Ann de Mush Said, as she used her rouge with care, Excuse me while I blush.’" —Youngstown Telegram. That blush she wore the whole day long, Until quite late at night— A storm came up, and, mercy me! That blush was such a sight! —Painsville Telegraph-Republican. And Freedom Shrieked.— Professor— “The result of our investigations for the past half-hour is that man has freedom of the w I regret that I cannot con- tinue the subject to-day, as I have to go shopping with my wife.""—Fliegende Blaetter. If You Would Preserve Y Lastrous Free. Use Murine Eye Tonic—A Favorite Toilet Luxury. Two Drops—No Smarting—Feels Good. Barber—“ pip, YOUR MOTHER SAY GIVE YOU A CLOSE CroP?” Boy—“ NO, BUT 1 GOT A TEACHER WHO PULLS: Hair |” 1 Was TO —London Opinion. In answering advertisements please mention JUDGE. It will AZOR For Safe Shaving NO HOEING NO SCRAPING Needs No Adjusting At all the better dealers—$5.00 DURHAM DUPLEX RAZOR CO. New York London Can't Always Tell.—‘Just one word of advice, son, before you go out into the world.” “Yes, dad.” “Always be kind to Democrats. They have their turn now and then.”’—Louis- ville Courier-Journal. The Spelling Bee.—Amos—‘‘We had a spellin’ bee in th’ church parlors last night and I wuz in th’ contest.”* Silas—'‘ Haow did ye come out?" Amos—‘‘I got stung.’’— Woman's Home Companion. Wise.—The man who keeps his troubles to himself may avoid a lot more.—Phila- delphia Record. A Stage Fright. Upon the stage Miss Tippytoes Looks fascinating quite; But on the street, oh, goodness knows! She surely is a fright. —Youngstown Telegram. “I never worry or hurry.’’ “What department of the government service are you in?’’—Buffalo Express. Pears’ A soap is known by the company it keeps. Pears’ is found in good society, everywhere. The use of Pears’ Soap betokens refinement. Scented, or not, as you prefer. be appreciated. comicbooks.com