Judge, 1921-06-04 · page 35 of 36
Judge — June 4, 1921 — page 35: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is **not a cartoon or satire**, but rather a **government financial advertisement** from Judge magazine, likely published around 1921. The "Seven Good Reasons" promote Treasury Savings Securities—a patriotic savings program offering small denominations (25¢ stamps to $1,000 certificates) with 4% interest, tax exemptions, and security. These were marketed as safe, accessible investments for ordinary Americans. The context: This appears post-World War I, when the U.S. government actively promoted savings bonds to citizens as both a financial instrument and patriotic duty. The emphasis on small denominations and accessibility reflects efforts to encourage widespread participation across income levels. Rather than satire, Judge here functions as a platform for government messaging—using its circulation to promote official financial policy to readers.
📄 Transcribed text from this page (OCR, searchable)
Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
Seven Good Reasons Why You Should Be a Regular Investor in Treasury Savings Securities Denominations: Issued in popular denominations: 25c Thrift Stamps; $1 Treasury Savings Stamps; $5 War Savings Stamps and $25, $100 and $1000 Treasury Savings Certificates. Cannot Depreciate: Treasury Savings Certificates not subject to market fluctuations; increase in value each month. Readily Redeemed: Money returned in emergency. Safeguarded: Registration feature protects holder of Treasury Savings Certificates against loss by fire, theft and burglary. Fair Interest: Interest at 4% compounded quarterly if held to maturity, or about 414% yield. Tax Exempt: Carry valuable tax exemption privileges. Short Term: The 1921 issue matures January 1, 1926. Invest your savings in Treasury Savings Securities regularly. For Sale at Banks and Post Offices GOVERNMENT LOAN ORGANIZATION Second Federal Reserve District 120 Broadway, New York City