Judge, 1917-12-08 · page 21 of 28
Judge — December 8, 1917 — page 21: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily a **charitable fundraising list** rather than satirical content. The left column shows "Judge's Trench Christmas Fund"—donations from readers to support American soldiers in World War I trenches (the U.S. entered WWI in April 1917). The donations range from 50 cents to $12, representing widespread public support for troops. The right side features **advertisements**, including a prominent W. L. Douglas shoe ad emphasizing affordable, quality footwear available nationwide at consistent prices—a selling point during wartime inflation. A White Valley Gem jewelry ad and an "Active Service" ad (partially visible) also appear. A small cartoon labeled "War Babies" shows a dog, likely a generic illustration rather than political satire. The page reflects **1917 American home-front patriotism**: civilian charitable giving to soldiers combined with consumer advertising continuing normally during wartime.
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Lattiar Lighter Mira JE, Mrs. tienry ven, Conn, ‘Agnes, Mont Park, bridge, Laughitn, cal 2.00 (Continued on second page followine) 10.00} Y ladys, Lompoc, 50) 2.50 1.00] 1.00] 1.00 1.00 2.00} 0 1.00] re) 50 50 2.00} 1.00 “THE SHOE THAT HOLDS ITS SHAPE" $3 $3.50 $4. $4.50 $5 56 $7 & $8 You Can Save Money by Wearing “em MAM W. L. Douglas Shoes. The Best a Known Shoes in the World. ¢ W: L. Douglas name and the retail Price is stamped on the bottom of every pair of shoes at the factory. The value is guar- anteed and the wearer protected against high prices for inferior shoes. The retail prices are the same everywhere. They cost no more in San Francisco than they do in New York. They are always worth the price paid for them. “Thre auality of W. L.Douglas product is guaranteed by morethan 40 years » experience in making fine shoes. The smart styles are the leaders in the fashion centresof America. They are made ina well-equipped factory at Brockton, Mass. »by the highest paid, stifled shocnskers under the direction and supervision of experienced men, all working with an honest determinationto make the best shoes forthe price that money BOYS SHOES Best in theWortd $3 $2.50 $2 The early boyhood days of W. L. hard work with lone heures Beatdee persing shoes all canbuy. BEWARE OF FRAUD. Noue genuine wutess J Douglas name andthe vetall. 9 dey be was obliged to gaiber sad out stamped on the bot TAKE NO SUNSEITUTE up wood for the fires, milk the cow and take care of the horse, working early mornings and until after dark at night by thelightof a smoky whale oil lamp. CAUTION — Be sure the price stamped on the bottom has not been erased or raised. Copyright .W.U Douglas Shoe Co WHITE ORI y GEMS Look and Wear Like Diamonds Haney guaranteed 25 years. Will and acid and fire tests Any style 14-K solid gold 4 ring, pin or stud, °K diamond mount- ing) sent for Free Examination. No Money in Advance. I prices and free ca! ALLEY GEM CO... Mf 828 Wulsin Building i > For sale by over 9000 shoe dealers and 105 W. L. Douglas stores in the large cities. If not convenient to call at W. L- Douglas store, ask your local dealer for W. L. Douglas shoes. If he cannot supply you, take no other make. Write for booklet, showing how to order shoes by mail, postage free. VLA. st ietaeet W. L. pou 145 Spark St., (black only) $1 PREF — liberal supply of (ak with retail orders. Agents Wanted. Big Profi J.J. ULLRICH & CO.,.27 Thames St. New York HIS amusing picture, in full colors; 9x12, mounted on a heavy mat, ready for the frame, will be sent postpaid for twenty-five cents. JUDGE ART PRINT DEPARTMENT 225 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY