Judge, 1925-06-06 · page 2 of 36
Judge — June 6, 1925 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This is a "Who's Who in Judge" profile page featuring Ruth Eastman, a society figure from the 1920s-30s era. The text describes her as "the only rival of Flo Ziegfeld as a glorifier of the American girl"—referencing Flo Ziegfeld, the famous Broadway impresario known for showcasing beautiful women in elaborate productions. The photograph shows Eastman in what appears to be an artist's studio with two other people examining artwork or a figure. The satirical point seems to be that she, like Ziegfeld, curates and presents idealized versions of American femininity, though through art rather than theatrical productions. The reference to her being born in Roslyn, L.I., studying in New York and London, and maintaining a popular Beaux Arts studio suggests she operated in wealthy, artistic circles—positioning her as a cultural tastemaker.
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WHO’S WHO IN JUDGE : | | i} | | | | RUTH EASTMAN aii ; | ' i ADIES and gentlemen, allow us to present Miss Ruth Fi! Eastman, the only rival of Flo Ziegfeld as a glorifier | of the American girl. i} Miss Eastman was born in Roslyn, L. L., and studied in | New York and London. She's a lover of the great open | spaces and specializes in golf and tennis. She is an excel- : | lent hostess and her studio in the Beaux Arts is a popular | rendezvous with the art crowd. ; | } | ) ; | t] | | | | | | Secretary 027 West tid St. Ni ted unter the comicbooks.com