Judge — September 27, 1919 — page 27: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page compiles humorous film stills from various movies, arranged to play on the common saying that music can calm wild animals. Each caption creates a comedic scenario showing performers (likely silent film stars of the era) interacting with animals in unlikely or absurd situations. The joke relies on the ironic contrast between the proverb and the actual chaos depicted—animals aren't actually being "soothed" but instead are causing trouble or requiring management. References include performers like Geraldine Farrar and various unnamed actors handling dogs, lions, bulls, and other creatures in domesticated settings. The satire mocks both the pretensions of early cinema and the old adage itself, suggesting that in reality, animals remain unpredictable despite anyone's musical or charming efforts. It's lighthearted celebrity-focused humor typical of Judge magazine's entertainment coverage.