Judge, 1926-05-15 · page 30 of 36
Judge — May 15, 1926 — page 30: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page showcases **Judge's 1926 humor contests**, specifically the "Draw Your Own Conclusions" competition—a feature where readers submitted captions or conclusions to incomplete comic panels. The **winning entry** (top right) shows a figure shooting at another with a gun, apparently concluding a scene involving hunting or conflict. The **runners-up** below present various humorous scenarios: characters disputing over an apple, bears appearing unexpectedly, and a "no hunting" sign gag. These were participatory contests where readers completed visual jokes, and winners received cash prizes ($500 annually). The cartoons themselves are generic enough to accommodate multiple interpretations—the humor derives from readers' creative captions rather than the artwork. The page also includes advertisement space (Fleur d'Or perfume, Ruby Free shoes, bird-watching guides), typical of Judge's revenue model. This reflects early-20th-century magazine culture where reader participation and advertising subsidized publication costs.
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