Judge, 1925-01-24 · page 35 of 36
Judge — January 24, 1925 — page 35: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily a **crossword puzzle feature** rather than political satire. It presents: **Main Content:** - Puzzle No. 13, contributed by J.W. McWhirter from Puerto Castilla, Honduras - The solution to the previous week's Puzzle No. 12 (visible in the grid) **Header Cartoon:** A whimsical illustration showing cartoon characters around a judge's bench, with one character saying "But I don't want to go to parties!" This appears to be generic humor unrelated to the puzzle itself—likely just decorative branding for Judge magazine's puzzle section. **Editorial Note:** Judge announces it will run weekly crossword puzzles, paying $25 for accepted submissions (substantial money in this era), with additional payment for particularly funny puzzles. Contributors must include return postage for non-accepted submissions. **Historical Context:** Crossword puzzles were enormously popular in early-to-mid 20th century America. This represents Judge magazine's attempt to increase reader engagement and submissions through a competitive puzzle feature. The page contains no political commentary or identifiable caricatures of public figures.
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