Judge, 1924-09-20 · page 23 of 37
Judge — September 20, 1924 — page 23: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page collects humorous jokes and verse submitted by college students and children, typical of Judge's "Children's Page" feature. The content reflects early-20th-century American humor and social attitudes: **WWI References**: Billy Boy's verse celebrates American soldiers beating "the Huns" (Germans), reflecting the ongoing Great War context. **Gender & Marriage Jokes**: Multiple jokes mock women's deception about age and marriage expectations—a recurring satirical theme. The "discretion" joke plays on youth's recklessness. **College Humor**: Ford jokes, flirtation scenarios, and university-submitted quips reflect collegiate wit of the era. **The Bottom Cartoon**: The silhouetted crowd descending a slope illustrates the final joke about pyorrhea (gum disease)—a common health concern then frequently advertised in magazines. The satire targets youthful pretension, courtship games, and contemporary anxieties like automobile ownership and disease awareness, all presented through the magazine's characteristic lighthearted lens.
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