Judge, 1925-09-12 · page 34 of 37
Judge — September 12, 1925 — page 34: what you’re looking at
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This page from *Judge* magazine contains primarily **advertisements and a crossword puzzle**, not political cartoons requiring historical context. The single cartoon present shows a doctor-patient interaction. A man complains to his doctor: "The fact is, doctor, I see specks in front of my eyes!" The doctor responds: "Why not take 'em off?" This is a simple visual pun—the doctor assumes the man wears spectacles ("specs") rather than suffering an eye condition. It's credited to *London Opinion*, suggesting it's a reprinted joke. The bulk of the page consists of the "Key to Judge's Crossword Puzzle No. 40," with horizontal and vertical clues. The advertisements visible include offers for diamond rings, caps, automobiles, masonic materials, and other products typical of early 20th-century magazines. **No significant political or social satire appears on this page**—it's primarily commercial and entertainment content.
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