Judge, 1927-09-10 · page 7 of 36
Judge — September 10, 1927 — page 7: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
# Analysis of Judge Magazine Page The top comic strip titled "Business Secrets" depicts a judge examining what appears to be a building or business operation through magnifying glasses and inspection tools. The satire likely critiques judicial oversight of business practices or corruption investigations—a judge supposedly "judging" or inspecting commercial activities, with the punchline suggesting inadequate or theatrical scrutiny. Below are reader submissions: "Oversight" humorously recounts a tea room opening where the hostess forgot minor details; "A Little Story About a Tea Room" describes a domestic dispute; and "A Testimonial" features a student praising a correspondence school's English courses. The page represents Judge's typical mix of satirical comics and humorous reader anecdotes, reflecting early 20th-century American social commentary on business, education, and domestic life.
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JUDGE Oversight A Little Story About a Tea Room Everything was in readiness for the opening of the tea room. The place had formerly been occupied by another business, and to redecorate and refurnish it had taken time. But now all was ready for the grand opening or the inauguration or whatever they term ich things. Invitations had been issued; the waitresses rehearsed; the tables set. It was obvious that not a single detail, save the open- ing of the doors, was lacking to make the place a success. And then, just five minutes before opening time, the hostess noticed that one small detail had not been attended to. She seur- ried to the phone, and, when she had gotten her party, said: “ this the grocer? Will you please send over a pound of your best tea immediately?” —R. C. O'Brinx MUMSEY TELL) ME) ABOUT WEIRD LOVE REGGED HARRY A cow named Ruby Rath- bone and her calf, a gent named Harvey, were standing in the middle of a field boast- ing about themselves. “Listen, sweetheart,” said the cow, “T may not be much good, but T furnish the milk for man- kind!’ “What of it?” re- torted Harvey, nibbling on a fresh clump of grass, “I fur- nish the brains!” This sounds like the old badger game. A Testimonial Blank Correspondence School 643 Sucker Ave., New York Cit Gents :— Ever sence I took your corse in Correct English, I ben intendin to rite and tell you how much good it done me.” Before I took your lessons, I couldn't rite no letters without makin mistakes, and the Boss didn’t want to give me no more money till I done better. After he’ seen L- was readin your books in my spare and job. It ain't ofen a guy can get more time he give me more salary a better soundin name to my money so casy. You kin use this letter to show anyone what kin be did in two wecks without no trouble. Yours truly. Jouanatuon Bran. P. S. Please send me the lessons on “How to get a new job.” The Boss just seen this letter and fired me. J. B. 5