Judge — October 8, 1921 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Judge Magazine Page This illustration depicts a domestic scene with a humorous caption about a child's disobedience. An adult woman stands by a doorway while a small child in a hat holds a dog's leash, appearing reluctant to come inside. The caption reads: "Bobby, how many times do I have to call you?" "You mustn't point, Mudder!" The joke relies on the child's impudent, evasive response rather than obeying the summons. The phrase "You mustn't point" appears to reference Victorian-era etiquette rules emphasizing proper manners in children. The humor comes from the child's deflection—rather than apologizing or complying, the child corrects the adult's behavior, suggesting rudeness in being called repeatedly. This satirizes both childhood misbehavior and evolving attitudes toward parental authority in early 20th-century American culture.