Judge — January 2, 1926 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page satirizes famous historical figures as "Never Againers"—people who swore they'd never repeat past mistakes. Each cartoon depicts them failing to keep such resolutions: **Adam and Eve** represent the original sin they promised never to repeat. **Pygmalion** shows a figure pursuing materialistic desires (hats, shoes, jewels, maids, gowns). **St. Patrick** depicts him struggling with snakes despite his legendary feat of banishing them. **Lady Godiva** shows her riding naked again despite her famous one-time sacrifice. **Mr. Daimler** (motorcar inventor) appears unable to resist driving despite apparent accidents. The joke: humans—even the most famous—inevitably repeat their mistakes and vices despite New Year's resolutions. It's a cynical commentary on human nature and the futility of self-improvement promises.