Judge, 1916-07-01 · page 26 of 28
Judge — July 1, 1916 — page 26: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page primarily advertises a color art print by James Montgomery Flagg accompanying Judge's June 24th issue. The image shows five figures with raised arms in dramatic poses against what appears to be fire or explosions—likely depicting wartime heroism or sacrifice. The context: 1916 was pivotal—America was edging toward entering World War I (officially joined in 1917). Flagg, famous for patriotic imagery including the later "I Want YOU" poster, created emotionally charged war-related art. This "Curtain of Fire" appears designed to stir patriotic sentiment during a period of growing American involvement in the conflict. The page also contains typical Judge humor snippets mocking everyday situations—marital life, poverty, pretension—alongside period advertisements (Carbona cleaning fluid, patent services). The contrast between light social satire and patriotic war imagery reflects how magazines balanced entertainment with propaganda during this transitional moment.
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