Judge — February 8, 1913 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Little Red Riding Hood" - Judge Magazine, February 8, 1913 This illustration by James Montgomery Flagg adapts the fairy tale as political satire. The figure in the red hood appears to represent an innocent or vulnerable subject—possibly a nation or social group—being escorted by two darker figures who resemble wolves or predatory characters. The "Little Red Riding Hood" title suggests the cartoon warns of danger lurking beneath a seemingly protective escort. Without additional context from the magazine's surrounding articles, the specific political targets remain unclear, but the composition implies criticism of deceptive or exploitative protection—common Judge themes addressing imperialism, political corruption, or corporate manipulation during this Progressive Era period. The Flagg signature confirms this as professional editorial artwork.