Judge — July 22, 1922 — page 2: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "The Phantom Custard" This illustration from *Judge* magazine depicts a domestic scene with dark comedic intent. A figure stands at a table with two plates of custard while another person appears distressed or ill in the background. The caption "The Phantom Custard" suggests the custard itself is the subject of satirical commentary. Without additional context from the magazine's date or surrounding articles, the exact reference is unclear. However, this likely references either a contemporary food scandal, poisoning incident, or public health concern involving custard or similar desserts. The "phantom" title implies the custard's mysterious or problematic nature—possibly something that appeared safe but proved dangerous, or a product that disappeared from markets. The illustration's dark tone emphasizes the satirical critique of whatever food-related issue *Judge* was lampooning.