Judge — April 29, 1922 — page 11: what you’re looking at

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# "For Goodness Sake" - A Broadway Musical Review This page promotes a theatrical musical comedy called *"For Goodness Sake,"* featuring the celebrated Astaire siblings (Fred and Adele). The illustrated vignettes, drawn by Arthur Little, capture comedic moments from the show. The humor references Prohibition-era America: one scene depicts a character joking about keeping his "bootlegger's" phone number in a desk drawer—a topical joke given alcohol's illegality at the time. Another bit involves characters debating whether to drink something questionable, reflecting contemporary anxieties about illicit alcohol quality and safety. The review emphasizes the Astaires' dancing prowess and praises performer John E. Hazzard's comedic timing. The "Bakery Trio" provides additional comic relief with nonsensical banter. The cartoons capture vaudeville-style theatrical humor: physical comedy, absurdist dialogue, and social commentary woven into entertainment. This represents typical Judge magazine content—using theatrical reviews as vehicles for satire and humor commentary on contemporary American life.