Judge — August 18, 1917 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cover depicts a dog wearing a Boy Scout hat, looking at apples hanging from a branch while children play baseball in the background. The cartoon appears to be a humorous visual pun playing on the phrase "boy scout" by literally showing a dog dressed as one. Given the 1917 publication date (during America's World War I involvement), this likely references the Boy Scouts' patriotic role during wartime—the organization promoted citizenship, discipline, and preparedness. The innocent scene with the dog suggests wholesome youth values the Scouts represented. The artist's signature reads "Cesare," though the style attribution appears as "RALEAMELS."