Judge — November 6, 1920 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# November Calendar Satire This is a satirical calendar strip by Joseph A. Cesare (signed Cesare) mocking November 1920s American culture and politics. The daily panels contain topical references including: - **Billy Sunday**: The famous evangelist appears in panel 19, satirizing his religious revival campaigns - **Thanksgiving**: Referenced on the 25th with typical holiday humor - **Prohibition-era jokes**: References to drinking and alcohol appear throughout, mocking the recently-enacted dry laws - **Social commentary**: Panels mock consumerism, dating customs, and contemporary social behaviors The strip's title "Mercy! How Time Flies" suggests the rapid passing of months and the repetitive nature of seasonal activities. Each day contains brief gags and observations about everyday life, typical of Judge magazine's satirical format, targeting readers' recognition of current events and cultural figures.