Judge — August 15, 1914 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Judge Editorial Page This page presents three distinct editorial pieces: **"Take It Back"** (left column): Satirizes Carmen, Oklahoma's novel "Take-It-Back Day," where residents must return borrowed items or pay restitution. The cartoon shows a frustrated woman confronting a man about unreturned property. The piece suggests this practice reveals character flaws—that borrowing habits reflect deeper moral issues about self-reliance and honesty. The satire critiques how communities enable irresponsible behavior. **"Naval Courtesy"** (right column): Discusses the U.S. inviting Switzerland to participate in Panama Exposition festivities, suggesting Italy send the famous "Wabbie," a Venetian mounted police unit, as a unique gesture. **"Optimism à la Boston"** (right column): A financial writer expresses cautious optimism about market recovery, though the underlying tone suggests skepticism about Wall Street's ability to rebuild public confidence.