Judge — October 22, 1927 — page 19: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine page contains satirical commentary on 1920s American figures and politics: **Top panel**: References Rev. Dr. John Roach Straton (a prominent fundamentalist clergyman) as "Old Dutch Cleanser," suggesting he's attempting to "cleanse" American society of perceived moral dirt. **Middle section**: Charles Gates Dawes (Vice President under Coolidge) is depicted seeking "a broader field for his talent"—satirizing his ambitions or perceived limitations. **Traffic cop panel**: Compares Mussolini (Italy's fascist dictator) to a traffic cop, likely mocking his authoritarian control or suggesting he's a street-level thug elevated to power. **Bottom panel**: References "Jack" (unclear which Jack without full context) as a "super-bill collector," and shows banana vendors, possibly commenting on commerce or immigrant street traders. The overall tone is typical Judge satirical mockery of contemporary political figures, reformers, and international personalities through exaggerated caricature.