Judge — May 30, 1914 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Two Good to Miss" This Judge magazine cover from May 30, 1914 depicts a domestic scene with the caption "Two Good to Miss." The illustration shows a woman examining what appears to be fabric or clothing while two men observe—one seated, one standing and leaning in. The title suggests a commentary on courtship or marital prospects, likely satirizing contemporary attitudes about women's marriageability or desirability as potential wives. The formal attire and interior setting suggest upper-class society. Without additional context, the specific identities of these figures remain unclear, though the scene appears to comment on social conventions around marriage and gender relations during the Progressive Era. The "good to miss" phrasing could reference reluctance to let such a woman remain unmarried, reflecting period attitudes about women's roles.