Judge, 1925-02-07 · page 35 of 36
Judge — February 7, 1925 — page 35: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page features **Judge magazine's weekly crossword puzzle contest** (No. 15), not a political cartoon. The magazine offered $25 payment for crossword puzzles submitted by readers that contained humorous clues or themes—a significant incentive during this era. The page includes a solved example puzzle (answer to Puzzle No. 14) showing typical crossword entries like "CLASS," "AIM," "LAUGH," and "GRASS." The cartoon illustrations are generic decorative elements showing children and judges, not satirizing specific figures or events. The key social context: Judge was soliciting reader-created content, turning puzzle-construction into a participatory, monetized activity for subscribers—an early form of audience engagement in print media before digital crowdsourcing became standard.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
Judge will run a Crossword Puzzle The above Puzzle every week and will pay was contributed by Warren Neale, 2767 Morris avenue, New York City. $25 for each one used on this page—but they must be funny. Others accepted will be paid for at regular rates. Puzzles will not be re- turned unless postage is enclosed, e Dont shoot — = solution next = kt No. 14 e e; Please do not send in solutions w V << of the above Puzzle comicbooks.com