Judge — July 11, 1925 — page 6: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "The Old Order Changeth" This satirical illustration depicts an elegant drawing room scene where two older gentlemen appear to be instructing or entertaining a group of younger women. The title "The Old Order Changeth" suggests commentary on generational or social change. The cartoon likely satirizes shifting social customs—possibly mocking how traditional etiquette, values, or behaviors are being passed to a new generation, or conversely, how the younger generation is disrupting established norms. The formal interior (with chandelier, fireplace, and fine furnishings) emphasizes the upper-class context. Without additional context about the specific Judge issue date, the exact historical reference remains unclear. The satire appears to address social transformation among the wealthy, though whether it criticizes old ways or new ones cannot be determined from the image alone.