Judge, 1917-02-10 · page 6 of 28
Judge — February 10, 1917 — page 6: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page mixes theatrical reviews with satirical commentary. The top cartoon depicts a large figure (possibly representing a theatrical production or trend) being chased by smaller figures—likely satirizing the popularity or invasive nature of some entertainment phenomenon. The "Bachelors' League" section reviews actresses' stage performances with pointed critiques. The text below titled "Inactivity" presents a dialogue between "The man" and "The woman" discussing women invading "lines of man's activity" and the desire to "hold political offices." This is social satire on early women's suffrage and workplace participation movements. The photograph caption references "The Airman" finding "a new use for his sound-proof helmet"—likely a joke about aviation technology, though the specific reference remains unclear without additional context.
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polo player; while genealogical qualifications are sifted and examined by Harry Snobleigh, who has moved so long in exclusive circles that he is posi- tively dizzy with gentility, and it is impossible for him to keep straight. The organizers of the League are confident that it will prove of great benefit to Society, by raising the standard of débutantes and by guar- anteeing to really superior ones the appreciation they deserve. Parents or other backers of those endorsed will be encouraged to go in for more ex- tensive entertainments, assured in advance that they will be successful. Even penurious uncles of penniless nieces whose persons and personalities are ahead of their purses, will see the great oppor- tunity. And bachelors seeking jewels of femi- ninity will not run the risk of being stuck all evening with paste. : Here is the first bulletin. Because the organi- zation is still in its incipiency, or childishness, it was thought best not to attempt anything very outré as yet, but to follow the form and wording found practical by the Drama League. Bachelors’ League Bulletin of Genuine Attractions The Committee of Judges, having attended all the premiéres held thus far this season, endorses the followin, Slight, yet well-constructed. Witty. Has good lines. Furnishes a delightful evening’s enter- tainment. Helen Cornelia Mulford. Gorgeous costumes. Expensively mounted. Yet padded, and not without dull moments. Seems to need revamping. Charm,—well, it’s simply capital. Thoroughly human. Full of lifeand action. Has real heart-appeal. Isabel Porter Wadlington. Slow-moving, and rather broad in places; but delightfully cheerful. Keeps one in a gale of laughter. Tense, dramatic, thrilling. Wonderfully thought out and put together. Perfect in form. Wholesome, uplifting. Will never bring the blush of shame to the cheek of your rich maiden aunt. Cynthia Stockbridge. Gertrude Atwater. Annette Gervaine. Ruth Sunbrook. In Stock: (from last season) Genevieve Deering Had long runs with original Mildred Curwin-Smith companies, and are still Dorothy Andrews available when current of- ferings are overcrowded. Note—Members who are behindhand with their dues are hereby notified that next Friday Mr. and Mrs. Bowen-Bond present” THEIR ONLY DAUGHTER in The Plaza Ballroom and $800 worth of Paquin. Inactivity The man—You women have invaded almost all lines of man’s activity. The woman— and now we want to invade some of the lines That is why we want to hold politica ices. THE AIRMAN FINDS A NEW USE FOR HIS SOUND-PROOF HELMET