Judge, 1922-07-29 · page 2 of 36
Judge — July 29, 1922 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# "The Follies Girl" by George Mitchell This page from Judge magazine features a poem celebrating the glamorous showgirls of the Ziegfeld Follies, a famous Broadway revue known for elaborate musical productions and beautiful performers. The poem, credited to George Mitchell and read by "Albertina Fitch—Follies 1922," uses romantic language to describe the appeal of these entertainers—their captivating eyes and "entrancing ways" that distract men even on hot summer days. The illustration shows a stylized flapper-era woman in fashionable attire with feathered accessories, embodying the sophisticated theatrical performer. This represents the glamorous "Follies Girl" archetype that was culturally prominent in 1920s entertainment and popular imagination.
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The Follies Girl by George Mitchell AIRY, fairy Follies Girl You set the hearts of men awhirl, When you gaze into our eyes We know it’s folly to be wise. Thus with your entrancing ways These mid-summer sultry days, Despite the lure of cooling beach We’d rather melt within your reach. Posed by Albertina Vitak— Follies 1922