Judge, 1915-03-13 · page 18 of 24
Judge — March 13, 1915 — page 18: what you’re looking at
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This page consists primarily of **advertisements and reprinted humor** rather than original satirical content. The "Oversea Humor" section features translated jokes from German and British publications, reflecting Judge's practice of sharing international wit. The jokes are mild: a dachshund refuses military service (likely a WWI-era jab at Germany), a woman misinterprets her brother's bullet-hole hat as providential, and immigrants awkwardly avoid using a knife on spaghetti to hide their non-Italian status. The main advertisements—Old Overholt Rye whiskey, White Rock mineral water, and Pears' Soap—use nostalgic and class-conscious appeals typical of early 20th-century marketing. The automobile information coupon offers readers free automotive advice, cross-promoting Judge with Leslie's Weekly, a sister publication. This page is **primarily commercial**, using humor as filler between paid content rather than delivering Judge's signature political satire.
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May 15, 180 My old Schoolmate Joo is up from Virginia. What an evening we had talking of old times over a bottle of our favorite Old Overholt Rye “Same for 100 years” Its rare flavor, distinctive boquet and uniform purity and quality, have made Old Overholt the favorite beverage when men gather J for reminiscenses. Aged in fi charred oak barrels, bot- Z tled in bond. f A. OVERHOLT & CO. Pittaburg, Pa. T° be had at every good place where accommodation is made for travellers. Preserves your health in every climate, From the famous White Rock Mineral Springs, Waukesha, Wis, Office, 100 Broadway, N.Y. A soft, fine grained skin is a valued possession. Pears’ Soap gives title ‘to ownership. Established in 1789, Oversea Humor Copyright, Fu le Rlactter The Insulted Dachshund Ihr Dack! die Ohren jetzt gar bi hund zurickgewiesen ham!" “Why is your dog so downcast, forester?"* **Because they refused to accept him asa dog of war."’"—Fliegende Blaetter (Munich). Girl (reading letter from brother at the front)— John says a bullet went -right through his hat without touching him. Old lady—What a blessing he had his hat on, dear!—London Opinion. right, Meggendorfer Barter. ‘Schneid doch die Spaghetti mit dem Messer.” “Auf keinen Fall. Dann merkt womdglich der cameriere, dass wir keine Italiener sind,” “Cut your spaghetti with your knife."’ “By no means! The cameriere might notice that we're not Italians.’’—Meggen- dorfer Blaetter(Munich). If You Are Thinking of Buying an Automobile but are in doubt as to what particular type is best suited to your needs, H. W. Slauson, M.E., editor of Leslie’s Motor Department, will give you un- biased information that may help you solve the problem. This service, which is offered to Leslie’s readers without any charge or obligation, is extended to read- ers of Judge who send this coupon. Automobile Information Coupon tor Department, Leslie's Weekly, Uotge-300 Fifth Avenue, New York, Gentlemen: — I am considering the purchase of o ar. ‘the price you want to pay] Please help me in its selection and give me, free of charge, the following information: