Judge, 1917-12-01 · page 3 of 36
Judge — December 1, 1917 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is **primarily an advertisement**, not political satire. It promotes "American Fights and Fighters—Patriot's Edition," a six-volume book series about American military heroes, priced at $1.00. The ad targets patriotic parents buying Christmas gifts for boys, emphasizing stories of figures like Davy Crockett and other "red-blooded American" fighters. It references historical conflicts from discovery through contemporary wars. The central image appears to show a dramatic military or frontier combat scene, though specific figures are unclear from this reproduction quality. The text appeals to nationalist sentiment and pride in American military tradition—common marketing strategy during the early-to-mid 20th century. The coupon at bottom enables mail-order subscription, a standard sales method of the era.
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MAKE YOUR BOY HAPPY THIS CHRISTMAS The best holiday gift for any red-blooded American boy is this splendid collection of stories of our soldiers, sailors, and frontiersmen who achieved immortality in the defense of human rights. Nourish his patriotism and pride of country on the exploits of, such heroes as “Davy” Crockett, typical American, author of the famous motto, “Be sure you’re right, then go ahead,” one of that glorious band of American fighters in the cause of liberty whose inspiring stories |areso splendidly told by Cyrus Townsend Brady in this new edition ob AMERICAN FIGHTS AND FIGHTERS—PATRIOT’S EDITION Thirty-two Against Three Thousand Let not the Hun lay the flattering unc- a to his confident soul that inferiority in mbers is a serious drawh to the Amer- ghting man. Victory in the face of endous odds is his great specialt : hat wonderful story of The Troopers tinst nd Sioux Warriors at , the most remarkable and ver won by soldiers d how each trooper accounted in and wounded for thirty-tive of the ant red foemen—and this with the use he rifle only. These 6 volumes are packed full of just | such stories of American prowess and valor. | Not to know them is to miss some of the | finest thrills that_ the whole history of }tuman bravery affords. | Stories That Stir the Blood You will glory in these splendid stories auntless heroism, of subtle strategy fierce fighting which ke one jealous of zen of the United You will gain a new conception fights and fighters, and take al votion to the cause to which our fighting forefathers consecrated their lives. ando de Soto; nch and Indian rh The Seminole War; en ntlemen | Given to Prompt Subscribers A Copy of the Greatest Fighting Docu- ment Ever Penned by Man The Declaration of Independence Certified by the late John Hay, ‘Secretary of State A Facsimile in Color, Iluminated by the Coats of Arms of the United States a of the Original Thirteen States. Size 32 should display on its’ walls this clarion call to arms in defense of human rights. Dedicated to the Loyal Sons of Fighting Sires This splendid set of books has just been issued in a new form which leaves | nothing to be desired as to dignity and | attractiveness of appearance. The price named in this offer is considerably under | the regular publishe: price, but our price can only be maintained should the immediate response to this offer indicate that we are not to be put to a heavy selling expense in disposing of this small edition through repeated advertisements. Therefore, make sure of securing your set of AMERICAN FIGHTS AND FIGHTERS at this cut price by mailing your order TODAY. and coupon, bring to your door, charges pre- paid, these six inspiring volumes, beautifully bound in cloth, printed on splendid paper, in good clear type, each volume 8% x 54% inches. You will enjoy the illustrations almost as much as the text; and there are maps and plans galore. Your money back quick if you do not de- clare these six volumes the most interesting ‘ecu History; Sam Houston and Caste : The * “hief Joseph's Own Fighters; The Gre: of Adventure Col. James Bowie of Bowie Kni reds of other sto books you ever read—BUT | : ONLY $1.00 NOW | | Don’t Neglect to Send Coupon Today BRUNSWICK SUBSCRIPTION CO. 1116 Brunswick Bidg., New York, N.Y. J gnclose $1.00, frst payment on the wet of AMERI- S TES "AND FIGHTERS. to +p 5 fation of fodependence.. T Aa for @ months following their receipt, and a nal pay~ ‘ment of Otherwise Twill, within § days, ask for Instructions for returning ther at your expense, you to refund my $1.00 on receipt. J Name Addres comicbooks.com