Judge — September 19, 1925 — page 6: what you’re looking at

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# "Safety First" - Beach Scene Satire This cartoon satirizes the contrast between safety warnings and reckless behavior. The titled "SAFETY FIRST" appears ironic: a warning sign reads "DANGER! STEEP CLIFF CAUTION," yet beachgoers ignore it completely. The scene shows swimmers and sunbathers relaxing on the beach below a dangerous cliff, while a car drives recklessly down a precarious cliff-side road above them—appearing to pose immediate danger to the people below. A lighthouse visible in the distance suggests a seaside location. The satire targets how people disregard safety regulations and warnings. Despite posted cautions, the visitors proceed with dangerous activities: swimming near unstable cliffs, and motorists operating vehicles on unsafe terrain. The title ironically undercuts the supposed safety consciousness of the era, mocking how these warnings went unheeded.