Judge, 1925-03-21 · page 21 of 36
Judge — March 21, 1925 — page 21: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page from Judge magazine (appears to be early 20th century) is a humor compilation rather than political satire. It consists of short jokes and witticisms, many attributing quips to college publications (Penn Punch Bowl, Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket, etc.). The jokes target recognizable social types: lovesick suitors, flirtatious couples, nagging parents, and frustrated authority figures. References to product advertisements (Williams Shaving Cream, Colgate) suggest commercial tie-ins typical of the era. The cartoons at top show stylized "leaders" in exaggerated poses—likely satirizing popular figures or leadership types, though specific identities aren't indicated. The page prioritizes light romantic and domestic humor rather than political commentary. The repeated phrase "Repeated by Popular Request" (middle-right) indicates these jokes had appeared before, suggesting Judge reprinted popular submissions from college humor magazines and readers.
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Sne—I know a man who went to Williams because he uses Williams Shaving Cream and another who went ‘olgate because he Tooth Paste. He—Yes, and there's a lot of plumbers at Union. —Wintiams Purrte Cow uses Colgate wee Maid—Mum, there's a revenue officer waiting at the door. Mrs. Jones—Well, tell him we don't need any just now. Hamilton Royal Gaboon —Do you like my new engagement ring? Fetine—Dearie, it's simplya peach; —Stanrorp CHAPARRAL Misplaced Affection Had I but known it was with love You viewed my poor entreaties, I, When last we lingered to depart, Would not have said that same Sweet, had I but been conscious of One tender look upon your face, I might have saved—why, bless my heart— A nasty breach-of-promise case! —Brown Jug tas English Teacher—What is the op- posite of “woe”? Smart Frosh—Giddap, madam. —Washington Cougar's Paw sae He—Mary? Female Voice—Yes. “This is Jack. May I call to- night?" “Sure. Where will we go?” “Well, L wish we could stay home for I'm busted.” “You've got the wrong number. This isn’t Mary.” —Penn Punch Bowl sae He (soulfully)—My love cannot be expressed in words. She (eagerly)—Tell me about it! —Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket Pas Parent—1 wish you would quit smoking, Bobby. Bobby—It don’t hurt me. “But you are too young to play with matches.” —Oklahoma Whirlwind Sos She—What a beautiful mouth you have. It ought to be on a girl. He—It is, as much as possible. —Denver Parrakeet “Would you like to go with me to the apiary this afternoon?” “Yes, you adorable boy. I've always adored monkeys.” —Yare Recorp Repeated by Popular Request Teacher—Conecrete is that which can be seen, abstract is that which cannot be seen. Now give me an example of concrete. “My knickers!” ood. Now give me an example » abstract.” —Colgate Banter PID Customer (in barber shop)—Cut all three short. Barber—What thre “The beard, the hair and the con- versation.” —Washington Cougar's Paw “I'm leaving for Chicago to-night. I'm supposed to get married to- in Chicago?” in New York.” —C.C.N.Y. Mercury comicbooks.com