Judge, 1912-08-03 · page 23 of 26
Judge — August 3, 1912 — page 23: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page mixes satirical cartoons with period advertisements. The three small cartoons at left are reprints of European humor from French publications (*Le Sourire*, *Le Rire*), a common Judge feature showcasing international jokes: 1. **"The Amateur"**: A Parisian joke mocking a lover's romantic incompetence—others do it better. 2. **"Her Goods"**: A theatrical joke where a demanding actress complains about gift bouquets she had to pay for herself. 3. **"Not Exactly Moving"**: A painter refuses to relocate, joking it's easier to have the countryside come to him than move. The page's bulk comprises **Budweiser and Anheuser-Busch brewery advertisements** showcasing massive 1911 production capacity (1.5+ million barrels annually), facilities, and workforce—corporate boasting typical of the era. A smaller ad promotes The Whittier Inn resort in New York Harbor. The page reflects Judge's mix of European satirical humor with prominent American corporate advertising, targeting educated readers with disposable income.
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LAUGHS ACROSS THE SEA The Amateur. “Men pauvre ami! mais vous n‘etes qu'un amant “Hé H6 1! il y a des amateurs qui ont énormément de talent 1" “My poor friend! amateur lover."" “Ha! Ha! There are some amateurs who have enormous talent !’’—Le Sourire (Paris). You are only an Her Goods. Manager —‘‘But what have you got to grumble at now? ’Aven’t you just got two lovely bouquets?" Star"’— **Yes, but I paid for London Opinion. Not Exactly Moving. STa déménages ion, je vais seulement faire un petit paysage.”” eqligerait plus pratique de faire venir le vaysage “Are you moving?” “No, Iam only going to paint a small country scene.’’ “It will be much more practical to have the country come to you."'—Le Rire (Paris). When Your Eyes Need Care Try Murine Eye Remedy 4 Try it for Red, Miastrated years. ts at 2S and SOc per Bottle. Ia Ateptic Tubes. 2$¢ and $0 RINE EYE REMEDY CO., Marine Eye CHICAG Budweiser At the Top |Because of Quality and Purity Bottled only at the Home Plant in St. Louis The Anheuser-Busch Brewery Covers an area of 140 acres of ground, equal to 70 city blocks, upon which are located 110 individual buildings. TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES Refrigerator freight cars - 1,500 Horses at home plant - 143 Wagons at home plant 78 Auto Trucks at home plant 74 Horses at Branches 463 Wagons at Branches 430 Auto Trucks at Branches a7 CAPACITY Brewing Capacity - 2,500,000 barrels per year Malting Capacity = 2,000,000 bushels per year Bottling Works 1,000,000 bottles daily | Grain Storage Elevators 1,750,000 bushels | Stockhouses (for lagering) 600,000 barrels Steam Power Plant - 12,000 horse power Electric Power Plant 4,000 horse power Refrigerator Plant 4,000 tons per day Ice Plants - 1,200 tons per day Coal used - 325 tons per day EMPLOYES At St. Louis Plant At 36 Branches 6,000 people 1,500 people FREIGHT Inbound and outbound - 20,000 cars per year Total Sales, 1911—1,527,832 Barrels Budweiser Bottled Beer Sales, 1911 —173,184,600 Bottles s 2 Sea Gat The Whittier Inn new Yor Harbor An Ideal Hotel Home for Summer—Open from May to November The Inn is situated in a private park maintained by the local cottage community. Rooms with private bath and porch Rooms are available in nearby cottages to those who prefer them, service and privileges of the Inn being the same A clean broad beach with ample bathing facilities. ‘Tennis, baseball, rowing and sailing. Private boat service to and from New York City. Also frequent train service to Brooklyn. Telephone Garage A Delightful Place—Just 45 Minutes by Private Boat from New York Rates and Booklet Upon Application In answering advertisements please mention JUDGE. It will be appreciated. comicbooks.com