Judge — September 3, 1921 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Judge Cartoon Page This W. K. Starrett drawing depicts a street scene with well-dressed onlookers gathered around a young woman and child. The caption reads: "Spectator—I BET IT WON'T BE LONG BEFORE SHE TURNS HIM IN AND GETS A LATER MODEL!" The satire appears to address marriage and infidelity culture, likely mocking the disposable attitude some men held toward wives. The "later model" reference suggests comparing women to consumer goods—automobiles particularly—that could be replaced with newer versions. The onlookers' reactions suggest social scandal or gossip. Without additional context about the specific Judge issue date, I cannot identify the particular social figures caricatured or pinpoint the exact contemporary event referenced, though the cartoon clearly critiques marital attitudes and treats women as replaceable commodities.