Judge — May 11, 1918 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This illustration satirizes small-town American life, depicting a crowded public square on a Saturday afternoon. The title's reference to "Hoovers" and "Garfields" likely alludes to prominent families or local figures (possibly named Hoover and Garfield, or evoking those surnames' associations). The busy street scene shows numerous townspeople, children, bicycles, wagons, and dogs gathered around various storefronts including Chester Pools, a meat market, and other local businesses. The satire appears to mock the chaos, social disorder, and noise of small-town public life—presenting it as a place where prominent citizens can't find peace or rest, hence the ironic biblical-sounding title. The crowded, anarchic composition emphasizes the relentless activity and commotion of everyday community life.