Judge, 1927-06-04 · page 2 of 36
Judge — June 4, 1927 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising**, not satire or political commentary. It's a Cunard Line cruise ship advertisement from 1927 celebrating the company's 87 years of service. The illustration depicts wealthy passengers in a ship's cabin, establishing the luxury appeal. The ad promotes the **Mauretania**, which held the Atlantic speed record (4 days, 10 hours, 41 minutes). The "Ask Me Another" quiz format was a common advertising technique of the era, using trivia to engage readers while promoting the ship's amenities—fresh food, comfortable staterooms, perfect service, and fast passage to France and England. There is no political satire here; it's straightforward marketing targeting affluent travelers seeking prestigious transatlantic passage.
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“ASK ME ANOTHER” (See Page 177 of the Book) What Ocean Liner Holds the Speed Record for a Trip Across the Atlantic? “The MAURETANIA ... in 4 Days, 10 Hours, and 41 Minutes.” In the middle of the Atlantic how can you satisfy a craving for fresh brook trout from Paris, or fresh English strawberries and Devonshire cream ? By taking the precaution to book on the MAURETANIA. Where will you find Burke’s Peerage and the Social Register promenading over the bounding deep ? On the MAURETANIA. CUNAR FURTHER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE SEA-GOING SMART SET. Why do the travel-wise among the really smart invariably cross on the MAURETANIA? Because she has quite that correct London at- mosphere ... Her food is delectable .... Her luxurious staterooms have beds and private baths . . . Her service is perfect. What ship will land me quickest in France, and Paris ? The MAURETANIA sailing for France and England on June 15th, July 6th, July 27th, August 17th. D LINE See Your Local Agent & 1840 . EIGHTY -.SEVEN - YEARS OF - SERVICE - 1927 comicbooks.com