Judge — October 15, 1927 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis This is a satirical cartoon titled "Why Not?" depicting a chaotic street scene with an explosion or major accident involving multiple automobiles and a crowd of onlookers. A building with storefronts is visible in the background, with figures watching from windows and a balcony. The cartoon appears to criticize automobile safety or traffic regulation—the "why not?" likely sarcastically questions whether such dangerous, crowded street conditions should be allowed to continue. The composition suggests Judge magazine is commenting on the dangers of early automotive traffic in urban areas, possibly advocating for traffic laws or safety regulations that were lacking at the time. The artist's signature appears to be "KB Fuller" or similar. Without a specific date visible, the exact historical context remains unclear, though this likely dates to the early automobile era.