Judge, 1916-11-04 · page 28 of 32
Judge — November 4, 1916 — page 28: what you’re looking at
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This page consists primarily of short humorous anecdotes—a common Judge magazine feature—with scattered advertisements. The jokes rely on wordplay and domestic/social mishaps typical of early 20th-century humor. Notable items: A cartoon labeled "For the Vacation" advertises Old Overholt Rye whiskey to outdoorsmen. The "Sex Questions Answered" ad promotes Dr. Stall's educational book series addressing sexual/marital topics—indicative of the era's euphemistic approach to such subjects. The humor sections mock everyday scenarios: a drunk man who "drank his bath" instead of taking one; working-class resourcefulness (using forks in butter and coffee); marital discord; and social pretension. One joke references a baseball team manager's unsolicited advice—mild satire of American sports culture. The Carbona cleaning fluid ad promises stain removal without explosion, suggesting the caustic nature of contemporary cleaning products. Overall, the page reflects modest, domestic-scale humor and consumer concerns of its historical moment.
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