Judge, 1923-06-30 · page 5 of 37
Judge — June 30, 1923 — page 5: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis of Judge Magazine Page This page contains multiple satirical cartoons and humorous pieces typical of early 20th-century American humor: **"Isn't It So?"** - A poem by Gladys R. Swinney about aging love, paired with a custodian character, likely satirizing sentimental romance writing. **Legion Reunion Jokes** - Brief anecdotes about World War I veterans, poking fun at their post-war experiences and financial circumstances ("just got a dollar"). **The main cartoon** depicts a couple fishing while discussing their marital troubles in coded language ("Black and White buoy," "motor cops"). The humor relies on double entendre and understated communication about infidelity. **"Modern Parasites"** - A satirical caption criticizing artists who profit from their children's labor rather than developing legitimate talent. The page reflects post-WWI American culture: veteran experiences, marital discord, and artistic pretension were popular satirical targets.
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Isn’t It So? by Gladys R. Swinney Lorene youth and beauty Still lingers on my brow “Tis good enough and well enough For you to make a vow. But when my cheeks are wrinkled And my eyes are faded blue, I'll not have much to worry me For you'll be homely too. ~ “Lawdamassie! Just see what done happen to them duck eggs while Ah was tryin’ to get dat pahty on the wire!” reed During a reunion of some Legion men a haughty dame went up to one quiet chap and > “Let me Are you in our set? “T was during the war.” ae see. “T just got a dollar,” said the custodian of the . 2 ignature Probably from some dollar-a- year man.” “Is this your husband, madam?” i He’s my bow!” “Why, no, sir! Mildred—I wonder what that Black and White buoy means? He—Why, three-mile limit, of course. “Well, we both got home disgracefully late. What did your wife have to say?” ords failed her.” “Mine hit me with the dictic Crawford— Gayboy had a fight with the lifeguard. Crabshaw—Do you blame him? The fellow grabbed him and dragged him ashore just when he was near the three-mile limit. ry “T don't believe in riding a good horse to death.” Jones (who has been taking rid- ing lessons)—It’s usually the other way round, a 3 “You now receive callers in your machine.” “Lknow. cards.” Several motor cops have left MODERN PARASITES The futurist artist who lives from the proceeds of his child’s labor. sae Crawford—Some of the old writers depended on liquor to give them the inspiration to write their masterpieces. Crabshaw—That theory might account for the queer books being produced now- Some of the hooch has terrible