Judge — December 21, 1918 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Cheeky" - Judge Magazine, December 21, 1918 This illustration by C.L. Crouton depicts a romantic/flirtatious scene where a man in dark formal wear kisses or whispers to a smiling woman in light clothing, with mistletoe hanging above them. The title "Cheeky" suggests playful boldness or impudence. Published just after World War I ended (November 1918), this appears to be lighthearted holiday humor about romantic behavior during the festive season—specifically the tradition of kissing under mistletoe at Christmas. The cartoon requires no deeper political context; it's simply satirizing the somewhat forward, socially-daring flirtation that mistletoe supposedly permits between the sexes during holiday celebrations. The woman's knowing expression suggests she's complicit in this "cheeky" moment.