Judge — September 18, 1920 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "By Their Tread Ye Shall Know Them" This satirical page illustrates different professions and social types through the distinctive tread marks their automobile tires leave. Each figure's tire pattern humorously reflects their occupation or character: - Top row: luxury/leisure professions (Pickle Manufacturer, Shoe Manufacturer, Candy Man) - Middle rows: various skilled trades and professions (Musician, Dentist, Florist, Jeweler, Artist, Broker, Builder, Railroad President) - Bottom row: social archetypes (Lovers, Actor, Optician, Doctor, Millionaire) The satire suggests that one's profession leaves a metaphorical "mark"—implying that your work literally shapes who you are. It's a visual pun about professional identity and social class, drawn by Norman Armsby, reflecting Judge magazine's characteristic humor about American commerce and society.