Judge — January 2, 1926 — page 35: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents **Judge's weekly crossword puzzle** (Number 56), a standard feature of the satirical magazine. The puzzle itself contains no political content—it's simply a word game. The page includes the **answer key to the previous week's puzzle** (No. 55), displayed in a filled grid. Below this, text announces that Judge will publish weekly crosswords paying $25 per puzzle used, inviting reader submissions. The page features cartoonish illustrations typical of Judge's style—including a character labeled "Don't shoot—solution next week!" suggesting humorous editorial commentary about puzzle difficulty. This represents Judge's broader function: beyond political satire, the magazine offered entertainment and reader engagement through puzzles and contests, making it a comprehensive leisure publication for early-to-mid 20th century audiences.